{"product_id":"djinnology-an-illuminated-compendium-of-spirits-and-stories-from-the-muslim-world-hardcover","title":"Djinnology: An Illuminated Compendium of Spirits and Stories from the Muslim World - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eSeema Yasmin\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eFahmida Azim\u003c\/b\u003e (Artist)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAn intriguing and spine-tingling guide to the world of djinn.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eLurking in the corner of your living room, perhaps reading this sentence over your shoulder right now, is an often invisible creature that is everywhere and nowhere. Djinn are the cool breezes in warm rooms, the materializations of your deepest desires, the monsters waiting beneath your bed. They have appeared in the stories of Muslim communities across time and throughout the world, but this is the first comprehensive illustrated guide to these beguiling creatures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Emmy Award-winning journalist Seema Yasmin and Pulitzer Prize-winning illustrator Fahmida Azim invite readers into the world of djinn, whether they are practicing Muslims steeped in the stories from childhood or are simply curious about Islamic culture and international folklore. Cultural and religious context, poetic reflections, and a collection of spooky tales are all nestled within a compelling narrative about the mysterious Dr. N, a contemporary scientist discovering the djinn realm. This book shines a light on a long-overlooked yet dazzlingly rich subject. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eINCLUSIVE VISION OF ISLAMIC LORE: Written by two progressive Muslim women, this book welcomes readers with diverse relationships to Islam. Yasmin and Azim blend a deep respect for and knowledge of the lore with a fresh perspective. The book incorporates stories from a Muslim diaspora that stretches from Paris to New Jersey and from Durban to Shanghai, showcasing a kaleidoscopic variety of djinn legends. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e DELUXE TOME: In this richly illustrated volume, Fahmida Azim's expressive and sensitive art captures the mysterious nature of djinn. A centerpiece map shows the djinn realm overlaid over our own world, and the book itself is embellished with shimmering accents and a striking dyed page edge. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e PERFECT FOR MYTHOLOGY AND FOLKLORE FANS: This is the perfect addition to any collection of world mythology. Anyone who enjoys learning about cultures through their folklore will relish the chance to explore the realm of the djinn. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Folklore and mythology lovers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Muslims seeking to celebrate their heritage \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Anyone interested in Islamic history and culture \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Spooky story buffs \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of illustrated books \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Fans of mock-memoir fantasy novels like \u003ci\u003eA Natural History of Dragons\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDr. Seema Yasmin\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eis an Emmy Award-winning journalist, professor, and physician. Known as a disease detective for her work tracking the spread of disinformation and pathogens, she is pleased to have assisted Dr. N in some of her djinn-related research and to have helped bring this book to publication. You can contact her at seemayasmin.com. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Fahmida Azim is a Pulitzer Prize and Golden Kite-winning illustrator. Her work spans a wide range, including editorial illustration, graphic journalism, and illustrated children's books. Her experience in depicting both real and unreal stories made her uniquely qualified to assist Dr. N in bringing to life her research on the world of djinn. She's currently based in Seattle, Washington. You can find more at fahmida-azim.com.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 248\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 10.1 x 7.4 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 01, 2024\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44835929161830,"sku":"9781797214818","price":43.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0599\/7255\/0758\/files\/UyLgot59qR9781797214818.webp?v=1772333665","url":"https:\/\/infinitylightwa.com\/products\/djinnology-an-illuminated-compendium-of-spirits-and-stories-from-the-muslim-world-hardcover","provider":"Infinity Light","version":"1.0","type":"link"}