Islam: A Concise Introduction

by Neal Robinson

Overview

This user-friendly reference work provides an accessible introduction to Islam for the general reader and student alike. It includes a historical overview, a description of Islam as a living faith along with a discussion of the problems raised by Western perceptions of Islam.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780700711000
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	10/05/1998
Pages:	216
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What do you know about Islam?; Chapter 2 Defining Islam; Chapter 3 Islam in History; Chapter 4 Islam in the modern world; Chapter 5 The Quran; Chapter 6 No God but God; Chapter 7 Muhammad the Messenger of God; Chapter 8 Ritual prayer; Chapter 9|6 pages; Zakat; Chapter 10 Ramadan; Chapter 11 The Pilgrimage; Chapter 12 The Sharia; Chapter 13 Denominations and sects;

Editorial Reviews

'This book deserves warm praise and widespread use. While the topics covered are quite standard there is a freshness in their treatment which lifts them out of the ordinary. The book is a model of lucidity and accesibility, containing excellent summary and judicious analysis.' - British Journal of Religious Education

'This book deserves warm praise and widespread use. While the topics covered are quite standard there is a freshness in their treatment which lifts them out of the ordinary. The book is a model of lucidity and accesibility, containing excellent summary and judicious analysis.' - Dr. John Shepherd, British Journal of Religious Education

From the Publisher

This accurate overview for the general reader includes discussion of recent issues such as the Taliban in Afghanistan. The opening chapter . . . makes readers reconsider the stereotypes and misunderstandings they may have.

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