If the Oceans Were Ink
If the Oceans Were Ink
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Brief
352
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
If the Oceans Were Ink by Carla Power is a 2015 memoir about her friendship with Sheikh Mohammad Akram Nadwi and her quest to understand the Quran. Over the course of a year, Power and Akram discuss and debate the Quran's teachings, challenging Power's assumptions and offering insights into Islamic scholarship and women's roles in Islam. The memoir details their profound journey, emphasizing critical thinking and interpretation of religious texts. The book addresses sensitive topics, including the murder of Power's father.
Informative
Contemplative
Inspirational
Emotional
Challenging
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Carla Power's If the Oceans Were Ink has garnered praise for its insightful exploration of Islam through a unique friendship, blending personal narrative with scholarly analysis. Critics commend its accessible approach to complex topics, though some feel it lacks depth in certain areas. Overall, it's celebrated for fostering understanding and dialogue between cultures.
Who Should Read If the Oceans Were Ink?
Readers who enjoyed The Reluctant Fundamentalist by Mohsin Hamid or Zealot by Reza Aslan will find If the Oceans Were Ink by Carla Power fascinating. It appeals to those interested in cross-cultural dialogue, religious studies, and personal memoirs exploring Islam in a nuanced, humanizing way. Ideal for fans of thought-provoking narratives on global issues.
2,366 ratings
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352
Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
Contemporary
2015
Adult
18+ years
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