Islam, the straight path, John L. Esposito
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Islam, the straight path, John L. Esposito
Language
eng
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Includes bibliographical references and index
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illustrationsmaps
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
Islam
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
606054801
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John L. Esposito
Sub title
the straight path
Summary
"Now in a new edition, this exceptionally successful survey text introduces the faith, belief, and practice of Islam from its earliest origins up to its contemporary resurgence. John L. Esposito, an internationally renowned expert on Islam, traces the development of this dynamic faith and its impact on world history and politics. Lucidly written and expansive in scope, Islam: The Straight Path, Fourth Edition, provides keen insight into one of the world's least understood religions. It is ideally suited for use in courses on Islam, comparative religions, and Middle Eastern history and culture...provides more focused and up-to-date coverage of Osama bin Laden's influence and the continued growth of extremism" -- Product description
Table Of Contents
1. Muhammad and the Quran: messenger and message -- 2. The Muslim community in history -- 3. Religious life: belief and practice -- 4. Modern Islamic reform movements -- 5. Religion and politics -- 6. The struggle for Islam in the twenty-first century
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