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“If you ask Muslim women why they cover up, ninety-nine percent of them will say it's to avoid arousing men. Fuck that, where's your self-accountability?”

Quote by Michael Muhammad Knight

Book:Taqwacores: A Novel

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Taqwacores: A Novel

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Michael Muhammad Knight

Michael Muhammad Knight is an American novelist born in 1977. His works often explore themes such as Islam, American culture, and personal identity. Knight's writing style is unique, blending elements of realism, surrealism, and humor. more

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