A Concise Encyclopedia of Islam (Paperback)

Paperback. Covering everything from Adam to Zakariyyah, this concise reference guide is designed specifically for readers and students who wish to learn more about the world's fastest-growing religion. Fully illustrated, the book contains hundreds of alphabetically arranged entries which give succinct yet authoritative information on everything from the Qur'an and its origins to the role of Islam in the USA. It offers even-handed coverage of the different schools of belief, while featuring photographs, a timeline, and a guide to further reading. From the birth of the Prohet Muhammad to the growth of Islam in the United States, this comphrensive yet concise encyclopedia captures the full scope of the Muslim faith in an accessible and direct manner. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.