9781405180931

Islam

Format: Paperback

ISBN13: 9781405180931

Paperback|9781405180931


Overview

Reflecting recent global developments, the second edition of this illuminating introduction to Islamic history expands its coverage of the Qur'an, Sufism, and Muslim views on human rights, including the rights of women.
  • An expanded new edition of this concise, illuminating introduction to Islam, written by one of the field's leading scholars
  • Spans Islamic history from the life of Muhammad and the birth of Islamic ideals, through Islam's phenomenal geographical expansion and cultural development, to the creation of modern states and its role in today's global society
  • Features expanded coverage of the Qur'an, Sufism, and Muslim views on human rights, including the rights of women
  • Includes fascinating vignettes of Islamic life, representing mainstream Muslim viewpoints on issues of global concern
  • Explores the complex interrelationships of cultural, political, and ideological developments woven throughout Islamic history, drawing on specific examples including current developments in Pakistan

ISBN-13

9781405180931

ISBN-10

1405180935

Weight

0.62 Pounds

Dimensions

5.52 x 0.52 x 8.60 In

List Price

$48.95

Edition

2nd Edition

Format

Paperback

Language

English

Pages

248 pages

Publisher

Wiley-Blackwell

Published On

2009-12-21



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