#5947 Understanding Islam Origins, Beliefs, Practices, Holy Texts, Sacred Places By Matthew S.Gordon paperback 112 Pages ISBN: 9781907486166 Publisher: Watkins Publisher (2010) About The Book Islam, the last of the major monotheistic traditions to emerge in human history, dates back to the early seventh century. Today the Islamic community reflects a range of national, ethnic, socioeconomic and linguistic backgrounds. This enlightening book outlines Islam's essential practices and beliefs, including its origins and historical development, sacred texts, beliefs on death and the afterlife, as well as themes such as society and religion. Topical issues such as Political Islam, Islam and Israel, and Fundamentalism are addressed with intelligence, skill and sensitivity.

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Understanding Islam

Publisher

Watkins Publishing LTD

Publication Date

2010

Language

English

ISBN 10

190748616X

ISBN 13

9781907486166

Binding

Soft cover

Edition

1st Edition

Condition

New

Weight

240 grams

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Watkins Publishing

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In a thoughtful exploration of Islam's history, beliefs, and practices, this enlightening book corrects many common misconceptions. Issues such as political Islam, Islam and Israel, and Islamic fundamentalism are addressed with intelligence, skill, and sensitivity.

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Matthew S. Gordon is Associate Professor of History at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio. He is the author of The Rise of Islam and The Breaking of a Thousand Swords and co-editor, with L. Carl Brown, of Franco-Arab Encounters.

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