The changes to U.S. immigration law that were instituted in 1965 have led to an influx of West African immigrants to New York, creating an enclave Harlem residents now call ''Little Africa.'' Black Mecca shows how West African Muslims create Islamic practices and institutions that help them navigate the complexities of American society. INDICE: 1.: Prologue: A New Blues People; 2.: America Dreaming; 3.: TheBlack Encounter; 4.: The Language of Heaven; 5.: A Sacred City; 6.: Harlem Jihads; 7.: Doing Allah's Work; 8.: Family Matters; 9.: Epilogue: In Pursuit of Hope; Glossary; Notes; Bibliography; Index
- ISBN: 978-0-19-531425-0
- Editorial: Oxford University
- Encuadernacion: Cartoné
- Páginas: 320
- Fecha Publicación: 28/10/2010
- Nº Volúmenes: 1
- Idioma: Inglés