Ramadan /

Hackney Blackwell, Amy.

Ramadan / Amy Hackney Blackwell. - New York : Chelsea House, c2009. - vii, 96 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm. - Holidays and celebrations . - Holidays and celebrations (New York, N.Y.) .

Includes bibliographical references (p. 87-89) and index.

Introduction -- Origins of Ramadan -- Observing Ramadan -- Regional traditions and customs -- Africa -- Asia -- Europe -- Middle East -- North America -- Oceania -- Glossary.

Discusses the sacred month of Ramadan, covering its history, traditions, and customs in regions such as Africa, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Oceania, and examines social and political influences upon the various observances.

7.2 5-8 Follett Library Resources

1604130989

2008051186


Ramadan.

BP186.4 / .H33 2009

297.3/62