Women of Fes: Ambiguities of Urban Life in Morocco

by Rachel Newcomb

Book Overview

Throughout its history, Morocco has maintained a distinctive sense of identity. Its name conjures up visions of carpets and Casablanca, mint tea and the Marrakech Express, associations that are not entirely dispelled by visits to the country. However, in recent years Morocco has faced challenges to its stability. The advent of new technologies, such as satellite communications and the Internet, has enhanced the public's access to information and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0812221311
• ISBN13: 9780812221312
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"