FICTION

Ramadan

by Julie MURRAY
978-1-61783-041-9.
COPY ISBN
K-Gr 3—This short, concise introduction is simple enough for the target audience, and it is accurate. Each two-page chapter introduces an aspect of Ramadan that is rooted in religious practices that are common to all Muslims: Sunnis and Shi'ites, Salafis and Sufis, liberals and conservatives. Each spread has a large, full-color picture. The publisher's website provides further reading with links to additional, credible Internet resources. This title succeeds where others have been undermined by cultural bias. An excellent addition.—Justin Parrott, Columbus Metropolitan Library, OH
Following a short description of the featured holiday, Murray discusses its religious origin (presented as history), its evolution, and the way it is celebrated today. The texts are superficial and selective: for example, Easter includes prominent mention of PEEPS brand bunny candy and Passover contains a nonstandard interpretation of vegetables on the Seder plate. Color photographs add some interest. Glos., ind. Review covers these Buddy Books: Holidays titles: Easter, Passover, and Ramadan.
Reviewed by Justin Parrott , Dec 01, 2011

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