Sacred Performances
Islam Sexuality and Sacrifice
by M. Combs-Schilling
ISBN: 0231069758
ISBN-13: 9780231069755
Format: Paperback
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Publisher: Columbia Univ Pr
Published date: 1990
Size: 5.75 x 9.25 inches
Weight: 1.25 pounds
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Sacred Performances: Islam Sexuality and Sacrifice
Combs-Schilling, M.E
New York: Columbia University Press, 1990. 377 pages, glossary, biblio., index, wrapper extremities bumped and rubbed, top corner of front cover creased, former owner's name crossed out with marker on inside of front cover, spine lightly creased, a few pages have highlighting in marker in text, reading copy only.. Pb.. G+. ( more information)
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Sacred Performances: Islam, Sexuality, and Sacrifice
Combs-Schilling, M.E
Columbia University Press, 1989. 1st paperback. Softcover. NF. Minor shelf wear. No tears or creases. . Historical anthropology of the Morrocan monarchy. Colour, B+W photos. Heavy book may require more postage. Trade Paperback ( more information)
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