Discovering Islam

by Akbar S. Ahmed

2021-01-01 15:28:22

Now reissued with a new introduction,Discovering Islamis a classic account of how the history of Islam and its relations with the West have shaped Islamic society today. Islam is often caricatured as aggressive and fanatic. Written in the tradition o... Read more
Now reissued with a new introduction,Discovering Islamis a classic account of how the history of Islam and its relations with the West have shaped Islamic society today. Islam is often caricatured as aggressive and fanatic. Written in the tradition of Ibn Khaldun, this readable and wide-ranging book balances that image, uncovers the roots of Islamic discontent and celebrates the sources of its strength. From the four "ideal Caliphs" who succeeded the Prophet to the refugee camps of Peshawar, an objective picture emerges of the main features of Muslim history and the compulsions of Muslim society. Less

Book Details

File size9.21 X 6.14 X 1 in
Print pages272
PublisherRoutledge
Publication date April 5, 2002
LanguageEnglish
ISBN9780415285247

Compare Prices

Store Availability Book Format Condition Price
BetterWorld.com - New, Used, Rare Books & Textbooks In Stock Buy USD 86.10
Indigo Books & Music In Stock Hard Cover Hard Cover Buy CAD 302.50
BetterWorld.com - New, Used, Rare Books & TextbooksIn Stock
Format
Condition
Buy USD 86.10
Indigo Books & MusicIn Stock
Format
Hard Cover
Condition
Hard Cover
Buy CAD 302.50
Available Discount
No Discount available

Join us and get access to all
your favourite books

Sign up for free and start exploring thousands of eBooks today.

Sign up for free