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Witness for the Prosecution of Scott Peterson
Witness for the Prosecution of Scott Peterson | Amber Frey
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The press has been filled with information and misinformation about the true nature of Islam. Hasan represents what is left out of the daily newspapers and explains why being a Muslim is not merely a matter of birth, but it is a matter of choice. In the wake of 9-11, the activities of Osama Bin Laden and Hamas, and the most recent Gulf War, the western press has been filled with information and mis-information about the true nature of Islam. Is it a feudal misogynist belief system that is a threat to Western values? Is it an ideology of oppression? Or, is it a religion that is as varied as Christianity; a "big tent" that includes not only bomb-throwing ideologues, but also those committed to an authentic spirituality that embraces many of the values shared by the mainstream in Europe and America? Why I am a Muslim is an attempt to grapple with these issues. Part memoir, part polemic, it represents the side of Islam that is left out of the daily newspapers. For Hasan, being a Muslim is not merely a matter of birth, but it is a matter of choice. In seven chapters, she presents seven reasons why she is committed to Islam and why it is a viable spiritual option for anyone. 1. Because I was born Muslim. 2. Because Islam gives me a direct relationship with God. 3. Because Islam has a rich mystical tradition in Sufism. 4. Because Islam allows and expects me to make mistakes. 5. Because Islam is ethnically diverse. 6. Because Islam is a woman's religion. 7. Because being Muslim makes me a better American (and being American makes me a better Muslim).
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I have always been fascinated with true crime, and was pretty familiar with the murder of Laci Peterson and her unborn son, Conner. I never got around to reading any of these books when they were first released, as I was in college and very busy at the time. I always thought Scott was guilty, but recently watched a documentary miniseries that just aired and it renewed my interest in the case. To be continued below...🔽

JenlovesJT47 I checked out all of the books about the case from the library and am quickly making my way through them. I started with Amber's book, the "other woman" in the case. I found her very sympathetic, and the doubts raised about Scott's guilt from the (now I learn VERY biased) documentary were quickly squashed within 10 pages. I admire her courage for coming forward and being an excellent witness for the prosecution. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Recommended! 7y
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