Cast your eyes westward at sunset this evening (or tomorrow night) and you may just see it: the crescent moon hanging low on the horizon, signalling the end of Ramadan. In just a few hours, billions of Muslims around the world will jointly celebrate the holiday at the end of the month of fasting: Eid-ul-Fitr.
Eid is celebrated by billions of Muslims around the world, in ways that are as varied as Muslims themselves. Regardless of who is celebrating, or where they enjoy their holiday, Eid is associated with joy, hope, love and unity. month, I wanted to review a book that captured this swirl of emotions and the diversity of Eid experiences. Once Upon an Eid does this beautifully.