Islamic Law: A Very Short Introduction

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Islamic law is one of the major legal systems in the world today, yet it is often misunderstood, particularly in the West. It is applicable in different forms as part of state law in countries across the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, and also has a strong influence on Muslim communities throughout the Western world.



This Very Short Introduction provides an authoritative perspective on the evolution and nature of Islamic law. Mashood A. Ba...