Islam A Concise Introduction

Neal Robinson

1st edition

Hardback (05 Oct 1998)

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Publisher's Synopsis

This user-friendly reference work provides an accessible introduction to Islam for the general reader and student alike. It presents a historical overview, a description of Islam as a living faith along with a discussion of the problems raised by Western perceptions of Islam. Including key dates and simple definitions, the book provides readers with explanations of technical matters such as the structure of Arabic names and the various ways of transliterating Arabic.

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Book information

ISBN:	9780700711031
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Imprint:	Routledge
Pub date:	05 Oct 1998
Edition:	1st edition
DEWEY:	297
DEWEY edition:	22
Language:	English
Number of pages:	197
Weight:	363g
Height:	222mm
Width:	146mm
Spine width:	25mm