ISLAMOPHOBIA AND THE EXPERIENCE OF IMMIGRANTS: A CRITICAL EXAMINATION OF FATIMA FARHEEN MIRZA'S A PLACE FOR US (2019)

Abstract

This research analyses the novel "A Place for Us" (2019) by Fatima Farheen Mirza to investigate how intergenerational difficulties are portrayed in a Muslim American family. It also explores the effects of Islamophobia and the process of navigating religious and cultural identities for Muslim immigrants in the United States. This study utilises qualitative analysis and incorporates Peter Morey's theoretical perspectives on Islamophobia and identity to emphasise the intricate experiences of Muslim Americans as they navigate their identity in the face of social pressures. The book provides a complete exploration of the immigrant experience by examining family relationships, the widespread impact of Islamophobia, and the intricate task of preserving cultural and religious identities in a mostly non-Muslim country. This examination highlights the importance of literature in connecting different cultures, and its role in conversations about identity, belonging, and the difficulties experienced by Muslim immigrants. From this perspective, "A Place for Us" stands out as a pivotal story in current dialogues about Islamophobia and immigration.