Islam Explained: A Short Introduction to History, Teachings, and Culture, Paperback - Ahmad Rashid Salim

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Opening with a lucid overview of the rise and spread of Islam, from the seventh to the twenty-first century, this Very Short Introduction introduce...

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Rather than focus solely on theological concerns, this well-rounded introduction takes an expansive view of Islamic ideology, culture, and traditio...

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This book considers the steady presence of blasphemy in our world today, even as society grows increasingly secular. Discussing some of the most fa...

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A lively and accessible guide to the history, doctrine and practices. 10 b/w illus.

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