Print and the Urdu Public: Muslims, Newspapers, and Urban Life in Colonial India.

  • Published In: Reviews in Religion & Theology, 2024, v. 31, n. 4. P. 223 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Andrejevs, Olegs 3 of 3

Abstract

"Megan Eaton Robb's study in 'Reviews in Religion & Theology' delves into the role of the Urdu newspaper Madīnah in shaping Muslim public discourse in colonial India. The monograph explores the newspaper's impact on urban life and the construction of an imagined community unified by religion. Robb meticulously examines Madīnah's history, from its inception in 1912 to its decline post-independence, shedding light on its role in shaping Muslim identity and engaging with global events like World War I. The book offers valuable insights into South Asian Islam, Urdu journalism, and the history of print in Asia, making it essential reading for scholars and enthusiasts interested in these topics." [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Reviews in Religion & Theology. 2024/10, Vol. 31, Issue 4, p223
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:1350-7303
  • DOI:10.1111/rirt.14364
  • Accession Number:180375803
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