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A Saint in the City: Sufi Arts of Urban Senegal | 
 enlarge | Authors: Allen F. Roberts, Mary Nooter Roberts, Gassia Armenian, Ousmane Gueye
Publisher: University of California Los Angeles, Fowler
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 594337
Media: Paperback
Pages: 284
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Dimensions (in): 11.9 x 8.8 x 0.9
ISBN: 0930741935
Dewey Decimal Number: 297.48
EAN: 9780930741938
ASIN: 0930741935
Publication Date: February 2003
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Book Description
Drawing on the long history of Islamic arts in sub-Saharan Africa, A Saint in the City investigates in depth the vibrant and sophisticated arts of urban Senegal. Underscoring the interconnectedness of art and life, it insightfully penetrates the visual culture of the Mouride Way, a Sufi movement steeped in the mystical teachings of Sheikh Amadou Bamba (1853-1927). It focuses in particular on the ways in which sacred images "work" for people as powerful acts of devotion and prayer. The remarkable proliferation of arts in the city of Dakar, from bold street murals to virtuosic calligraphy and intricate, colorful glass paintings, attests to the transformative potency of images in Mouridism. This way of life, grounded in the dignity and sanctity of work as conveyed by the teachings of Amadou Bamba, is observed by over four million Senegalese--half the Muslim population in this small country--as well as by thousands more around the globe. A Saint in the City brings together a range of artists--regardless of background, training, rootedness in the "traditional" medium, or style--who share a belief in the Mouride Way. The book boldly transgresses the boundaries normally enforced between the local and the global, fine art and popular art, the gallery and the street, the historical and the contemporary.
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Iconic work July 17, 2008
Dr. Jean Robert Sohoka (Dakar, Senegal)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
Senegal is a cradle of juxtaposed cultures and civilizations.
The contribution of Sufism art is well felt in Senegal.
The book invites us to appreciate such an influence. It has strong ramifications in our schools' system.
It is pleasing to see international writers spending their time to broaden the masses' understanding of our culture.
Sufism in Senegal is different from its counterpart in Muslim countries.
In Senegal, Sufism espouses our ethnic tradition and way of life.
The book clearly explained this harmonious unity.
Best book on the arts of Touba September 5, 2008
A. Carter (ATL)
One of the best complied books on The sufi Saint, Amadou Bamaba and all of the art that comes from his greatness. Beautifully put together and a must have for anyone who loves african art, african sufism, or african mysticism. Definently one to collect.
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