Synopsis
This is a single-volume history of Islam. The opening chapters briefly discuss the historical background of the Prophet Muhammad in the 7th century, through the rise of the Islam in 18th through 20th centuries. The final two chapters cover the significant events of the 1980s and 1990s.
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JOHN OBERT VOLL is Professor of History at the University of New Hampshire.
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ISLAM: Continuity and Change in the Modern World
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Westview Press, Boulder CO, 1982
ISBN 10: 0891589317
ISBN 13: 9780891589310
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Seller: Ed Buryn Books, Nevada City, CA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 3 out of 5 stars
1st edition thus. Discusses the full range of Islamic experience and communities. Nice bright tight clean HB copy, 6-1/4 x 9-1/4, 397 pp, index, bibliography, glossary, notes. VeryGood+ ex-USArmy library copy else unmarked. Hardcover in gray cloth boards; no jacket. Seller Inventory # 32600
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Islam: Continuity And Change In The Modern World
Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Very Good. Very Good condition. Acceptable dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Seller Inventory # V13OS-00278
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Islam : Continuity and Change in the Modern World
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 56062357-6