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Islamic Mysticism: A Short History

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Islamic Mysticism: A Short History - Knysh, Alexander
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This is a general survey of the rise and development of Islamic mysticism (Sufism) up to the modern period, which takes into account the latest achievements of scholarship on the subject. Sufism is examined from a variety of perspectives: as a vibrant social institution, a specific form of artistic expression, an ascetic and contemplative practice, and a distinctive intellectual tradition. Islamic Mysticism by Knysh is a comprehensive survey of the interesting and fascinating world of Islamic Mysticism.

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Islamic Mysticism: A Short History 2010, Brill, Leiden

ISBN-13: 9789004194625

Paperback

Islamic Mysticism: A Short History 1999, Brill

ISBN-13: 9789004107175

Hardcover