What is Islam? A Comprehensive Introduction.

Horrie, Chris; Chippindale, Peter.

ISBN 10: 0352326360 / ISBN 13: 9780352326362

Edité par Virgin Books, London, 2001

A propos de cet article

Paperback small trade, very good condition, few maps, spine little creased, pages lightly toned, minor edgewear. 261 pp. This book is a comprehensive and factual introduction to Islam. Set out in clearly defined and concise sections, it covers all aspects of the religion.

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Détails bibliographiques

• Titre: What is Islam? A Comprehensive Introduction.
• Éditeur: Virgin Books, London
• Date de parution: 2001
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN à 10 chiffres: 0352326360
• ISBN à 13 chiffres: 9780352326362
• Reliure: Couverture souple
• Édition: Reprint ed.
• Catalogues du vendeur:
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Synopsis

A comprehensive introduction to Islam. It covers the origins of Islam, with an explanation of the Koranic law and how it is dispensed. It discusses the breakdown of the Islamic sects and gives an account of the rise of militant Islam in the 20th century. It includes a directory of Islamic nations.

Présentation de l'éditeur

With over a billion followers, Islam is the world's fastest growing religion and a major global religious and political force in the 21st-century. It is also the subject of much misunderstanding, and many people know little of its origins or principles.

What is Islam? is the perfect introduction to this important and complex subject. It covers all aspects of the religion in clear and concise chapters, including:

Faith: The origins of Islam, the Koranic law and how it is dispensed

The Muslim world: A look at Islamic nations and their relative importance

History: The major events in the history of Islam

Sects: Islamic sects and the rise of militant Islam in the 20th and 21st centuries

This indispensable guide remains the definitive introduction to the subject.