Islam: A Brief History
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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
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1405180935
ISBN13:9781405180931
Release Date:December 2009
Publisher:Wiley-Blackwell
Length:226 Pages
Weight:0.74 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.4" x 8.4"
Customer Reviews
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A Brief History of Islam
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
The book arrived promptly and in mint condition. I have read the book and was very impressed with it. It was a fairly quick read; it is a concise treatment of Islamic history. Professor Sonn is remarkably knowledgeable on the subject of Islam and her conclusions are quite believable.
A Brief History of Islam
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
This history is brief so a lot comes at you at once. If I were to read it again I would have a historical map by my side. It is well done and gives insight sorely needed by present day Americans. It is a little apologetic.
A Breif History of Islam (a Blackwell Book)
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
As usual, Professor Sonn has presneted the reader with a clear, concise, non-judgemental account of Islam in the modern world. She writes with well-earned authority in an always interesting, never dry manner of the world of Islam. Anyone who reads this book will come away with a clearer understanding of things Islamic and how they apply to America as well as the rest of the world.
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