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American anthropologist known for his studies of Islam in Indonesia and France, examining how Muslims negotiate religious practice within pluralist and secular states.
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John Bowen ranks #164 of 304 in the Anthropologist ranking, behind Rayna Rapp, ahead of Ruth Landes.
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What specific religion does John Bowen study?
John Bowen is an American anthropologist whose research focuses on the study of Islam. He is particularly well-known for examining how Muslims negotiate their religious practices within modern, pluralist, and secular states.
Which countries has John Bowen conducted fieldwork in?
Bowen has conducted extensive ethnographic fieldwork in both Indonesia and France. In Indonesia, he studied the Gayo people and their Islamic practices, while in France, he has researched contemporary Muslim minorities.
What is one of John Bowen's most notable books?
One of his highly respected works is "Muslims through Discourse," which focuses on religion and ritual in Gayo society in Indonesia. He also wrote "Can Islam Be French?", exploring pluralism and secularism in France.
Where is John Bowen a professor?
John Bowen holds a distinguished position as a professor at Washington University in St. Louis. He was also the inaugural holder of the Dunbar-Van Cleve Professorship in Arts and Sciences at the university.
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