The Rise of Islam (Paperback, Illustrated Ed)

"What sets this text apart from many others is its focus on the socioeconomic, political, and cultural milieu in which a new religious movement was born and has thrived; its discussion of the origins of Islamic law, spirituality and theology, mysticism, philosophy, and culture; and an appendix of individual page-length biographies of important figures. Also included is a helpful glossary of terms, a 'photo essay,' selections from primary sources, and an annotated bibliography. . . . Gordon's discussion of the sociocultural origins and authority of the Qur'an is very good. He also highlights an area of Islamic studies often ignored in general introduction, the role of urbanization in the development of Islamic civilization worldwide. . . . [T]his is a very useful and informative general introduction." -- The Historian

General

Imprint:	Hackett Publishing Co, Inc
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	September 2008
First published:	October 2008
Authors:	Matthew S Gordon
Dimensions:	229 x 153 x 11mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	240
Edition:	Illustrated Ed
ISBN-13:	978-0-87220-931-2
Categories:	Books > Social sciences > Sociology, social studies > Ethnic studies > Islamic studies Promotions
LSN:	0-87220-931-8
Barcode:	9780872209312

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