The nature of Islam remains an area of intense and topical interest. In this brief but absorbing history, Tamara Sonn explores the key cultural, intellectual, social, and political developments of this fascinating religion. A lively history of Islam which is accessible without being simplistic. Breaks Islamic history into four periods, to clearly demonstrate the crucial stages of development. Explores the key political, cultural and ideological developments within these periods. Features illuminating ...
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The nature of Islam remains an area of intense and topical interest. In this brief but absorbing history, Tamara Sonn explores the key cultural, intellectual, social, and political developments of this fascinating religion. A lively history of Islam which is accessible without being simplistic. Breaks Islamic history into four periods, to clearly demonstrate the crucial stages of development. Explores the key political, cultural and ideological developments within these periods. Features illuminating examples of events, characters and movements to highlight key issues and involve the reader. Concludes with vignettes of Islamic life that represent current challenges facing Islamic societies.
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Good Condition. Text appears to be clean. Cover has wear and corner bumps. The spine is in good condition with some wear. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 kilo. Category: Education; ISBN: 1405109009. ISBN/EAN: 9781405109000. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 1561034463.
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Fine. Malden, Massachusetts: Blackwell, June 2004. Trade Paperback. Fine. Interio r pristine. Spine straight, tight and uncreased. Covers clean and bright. L ight corner wear. Not from a library. No remainder mark. Not clipped. xviii + 203 pages. A concise and absorbing account of Islamic history and of Islam's role in t oday's global society. This book spans Islamic history from the life of Muh ammad and the birth of Islamic ideals, through Islam's phenomenal geographi cal expansion and cultural development, to the creation of modern states an d its role in today's global society. It covers the Qur'an, Sufism, and Mus lim views on human rights, including the rights of women, and includes vign ettes of Islamic life, representing mainstream Muslim viewpoints on issues of global concern. The author also explores the complex interrelationships of cultural, political, and ideological developments woven throughout Islam ic history, drawing on specific examples including current developments in Pakistan. Contents: Many paths to one God: establishing the ideals--Pursuit of knowledge in the service of God and humanity: the golden age--Division and reorganization--Colonialism and reform--Obstacles and prospects for Islamic reform.
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