Karoline Roscher-Lagzouli

The Woman Beyond the Veil

My Path into Salafism and Back Out Again

After growing up as an atheist, Karoline Roscher-Lagzouli converted to Islam in her twenties due to a lifelong fascination with Islam. For several years, she was part of a conservative Salafi community. In this autobiography, she tells about her life in the community, the conflicts with her family, her "awakening" and her continuing search for an authentic expression of her faith that is appropriate for her. As a devout Muslim and feminist, she wants to have her say in current debates instead of just listening when others talk about her.

  • Unique insight into a German Salafi community
  • A new perspective on the  Islam debate
  • Written by a headscarf-wearing convert

ISBN 978-3-8436-1356-9
Hardcover
176 pages
Format 14 x 22 cm
EUR 19.00

The Author

© Inga Kerber

Karoline Roscher-Lagzouli

Karoline Roscher-Lagzouli has degrees in Islamic Studies and Indology. She now runs several cafés in Leipzig with her husband.