Islam in the West: Headscarves, Mosques and Cartoons

Oklahoma bans Shari’a Law. The life of a cartoonist in Denmark is threatened. The integration of Muslims into Western society has presented some significant challenges in recent years. Islam in the West: Headscarves, Mosques and Cartoons explores the cultural and political tensions emerging from the growth of the Muslim population in the West. While most have assimilated well, cultural differences and xenophobia have led to horrible clashes, especially in the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Islam in the West: Headscarves, Mosques and Cartoons provides an opportunity for students to discuss issues of community and individual identity. The engrossing story covers issues such as: the proposed mosque to be built near Ground Zero in New York City; the banning of headscarves for schoolgirls in France; and how communities maintain a sense of uniqueness in a larger world.