Veiled Superheroes: Islam, Feminism, and Popular Culture - Paperback

by Sophia Rose Arjana (Author), Kim Fox (With), Wajahat Ali (Foreword by)

This groundbreaking study examines Muslim female superheroes within a matrix of Islamic theology, feminism, and contemporary political discourse. Through a close reading of texts including Ms. Marvel, Qahera, and The 99, Sophia Rose Arjana argues that these powerful and iconic characters reflect independence and agency, reflecting the diverse lives of Muslim girls and women in the world today.

Author Biography

Sophia Rose Arjana is assistant professor of religious studies at Western Kentucky University.