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Hermaphrodites and Fractions: A Mauritanian Fatwa on Inheritance and Hisab

Event Type
Lecture
Sponsor
Center for African Studies
Location
Room 101, International Studies Building; 910 S. Fifth St., Champaign
Date
Nov 13, 2019   12:00 pm  
Contact
Terri Gitler
E-Mail
tgitler@illinois.edu
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Originating Calendar
Campus Humanities Calendar

Alexis Trouillot will discuss how mathematical science meets inheritance law in 19th century Mauritanian manuscripts. Afterward, he will respond to comments and answer questions. Please join us for this free event.

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