{"title":"Oliver Scharbrodt","description":"\u003cp\u003eOliver Scharbrodt offers compelling works that explore the intersections of history, culture, and religion with a focus on contemporary societal themes. His writing invites readers to consider the nuanced experiences and historical contexts shaping communities today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect thoughtful analysis and well-researched perspectives, particularly on topics such as the presence and influence of Muslim communities in Ireland, framed within broader historical and military narratives. Scharbrodt’s books enrich our understanding of identity and belonging in changing times.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"muslims-in-ireland-by-oliver-scharbrodt-9781399565561","title":"Muslims in Ireland","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 9\/11, the interest in Muslims in Europe has increased significantly. There has been much public debate and academic research focused on Muslims living in larger Western European countries like Britain, France or Germany, but little is known of Muslims in Ireland. \u003cem\u003eMuslims in Ireland\u003c\/em\u003e fills this gap, providing a complete study of this unexplored Muslim presence, from the arrival of the first Muslim resident in Cork, in the southwest of Ireland, in 1784 until mass immigration to the Republic of Ireland during the 'Celtic Tiger' period from the mid-1990s onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMuslim immigration and settlement in Ireland is very recent, and poses new challenges to a society that has perceived itself as religiously and culturally homogeneous. Ireland is also one of the least secular societies in Europe, providing a different context for Muslims seeking recognition by state and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is essential for anyone who wants to understand the diversity of Muslim presences across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47934154014956,"sku":"9781399565561","price":69.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781399565561-muslims-in-ireland.jpg?v=1783899793"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/oliver-scharbrodt.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}