Mini Skirts, Mothers & Muslims
Christine Mallouhi
About this book
"Mini Skirts, Mothers & Muslims" by Christine Mallouhi is a compelling exploration of cultural identity and the complexities of modern Muslim life as experienced by a young woman. Through the lens of personal stories and familial relationships, the book addresses themes of feminism, faith, and the juxtaposition of tradition and contemporary values. Its significance lies in its nuanced portrayal of Muslim women, challenging stereotypes and offering insight into their diverse experiences and struggles in a globalized world.
Why it was banned
Christine Mallouhi's book on Christian engagement with the Muslim world, banned in Malaysia in 2007 by the Home Ministry under the Printing Presses and Publications Act 1984 as one of 18 books on Islamic and interfaith topics.
Censorship history
The censorship record for Mini Skirts, Mothers & Muslims illustrates how states and institutions sometimes suppress books in order to protect religious orthodoxy or prevent public disagreement about belief. Such bans restrict not only a text, but also the space in which readers can examine faith, interpretation, and dissent.
Bans
| Country | Year | Reasons | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Malaysia | 2007 | Religious | ||
| Banned by the Malaysian Home Ministry under the Printing Presses and Publications Act 1984. One of 18 books on Islam and interfaith topics banned simultaneously in 2007. | ||||