Michael Muhammad Knight ist ein amerikanischer Romanautor, dessen Werke vor allem junge Muslime ansprechen und ihn als bedeutenden kulturellen Provokateur etablieren. Sein Schaffen zeichnet sich durch einen mutigen, experimentellen Ansatz aus, der oft mit Gonzo-Journalismus verglichen wird und ihn zu einer einzigartigen Stimme in der islamischen Literatur macht. Er setzt sich mit komplexen Themen auseinander, wobei er Dringlichkeit und Hoffnung miteinander verbindet, was ihm Anerkennung als notwendiger und zukunftsorientierter Schriftsteller einbrachte. Knights unverwechselbarer Stil und seine Bereitschaft, Konventionen in Frage zu stellen, machen seine Prosa für Leser, die authentische und aufschlussreiche Perspektiven suchen, fesselnd.
Michael Knight, geboren 1970 in Alabama, unterrichtete an der Hollins University in Virginia. Für seine Kurzgeschichten erhielt er mehrfach renommierte literarische Auszeichnungen. "Die Wassergängerin" ist sein erster Roman. Michael Knight lebt in Charlottesville, Virginia.
Deleuze and Guattari suggest that every religion harbors an inherent atheism, particularly noting Christianity's unique role in this regard. However, this perspective is limited, as theological explorations of Deleuze often remain rooted in Christian frameworks, resulting in a form of Christian atheism. In this context, Michael Muhammad Knight presents an innovative approach by engaging Deleuzian concepts through the lens of Islamic tradition. He argues that while Deleuze may not have viewed himself as a theologian, integrating his ideas with Islamic thought poses a challenge typical of comparative theology: it risks oversimplifying the rich diversity within both traditions. Knight emphasizes that a Deleuzian perspective on Islamic theology must recognize the absence of a singular, universal "Islamic theology" that represents all Muslims across different historical contexts. Instead, it should focus on the dynamic power struggles among various interpretations of Islam, which contest notions of authenticity and authority. The discussions in this work reveal the vast potential within Islam, drawing from both canonical texts like the Qur'an and lesser-known sources that defy a singular interpretive tradition. Ultimately, Knight illustrates that Islam, much like Deleuze's concept of a rhizome, is characterized by its complexity and multiplicity.
Analysing classical Muslim literary representations of Muhammad's body as they emerge in Sunni hadith and sira from the eighth to the eleventh centuries, Michael Muhammad Knight argues that early Muslims' theories and imaginings about Muhammad's body contributed in significant ways to the construction of prophetic masculinity and authority.
Set in a Virginia boarding school, the narrative explores the lives of young women navigating friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery. Michael Knight's sharp wit and lyrical prose bring to life the complexities of adolescence within the confines of a prestigious institution. The story delves into themes of identity and the pressures of societal expectations, offering a poignant reflection on the formative experiences that shape these girls into women.
This field guide to important geological locations describes the geology and volcanic significant at 39 stops on Oahu. It included a short introduction on how Hawaiian hotspot shield volcanoes formed and emerged from the sea floor. This is followed by the most current understanding of how the island of Oahu formed during the past 5 million years. This guidebook is a travel companion for residents and visitors alike that can easily be carried while you drive and hike to the many locations to see first-hand some of the mysteries geologists have uncovered as you explore our magical island. You will explore the geology of Oahu visiting numerous world-class locations and see many volcanic landforms present at our most informative geological locations. Following the overview of the geology and descriptions of the volcanic rock types found on Oahu we provide a brief overview of the typical life and demise of a Hawaiian hotspot volcano (Chapter 3) and an overview of Oahu's three main shield volcanoes (Chapter 4). Chapters 5 through 8 include the 39 stops depicted by detailed satellite images, topographic maps, high-quality photographs, plots, and illustrative figures that describe what you are looking at as you drive, hike, boat, canoe, walk to these readily accessible locations at your leisure.
A critical guide for teacher educators and early career mentors in supporting the development of professional judgement and intuitive practice.
Hack your way through the streets of San Francisco and bring down the system with the Prima Games guide for Watch Dogs 2. Mission Completion Guide: Uncover every single detail for all main missions and side missions. Area and World Maps: Research all of the locations within the game's massive open world and learn every mission area inside and out. Hacking Training: Learn tricks to distract guards, hijack cars, and break into security systems.
