Provides a valuable introductory guide to Islam for today's reader, stressing its social and political dimensions.
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Malise Ruthven is a writer and consultant on Middle Eastern affairs. He lives in the United Kingdom.
"An exceptionally insightful and thought-provoking introduction to Islam, explaining its basic religious beliefs, practices, and institutions as well as discussing its impact on...Muslim life today."--John L. Esposito (on the previous edition)
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