Title: Islam : its prophet, peoples, politics, and power /
Authors: Braswell, George W., 1936-
Publisher: Broadman & Holman,
Year: 1996
Subjects: Islam; Islam Relations Christianity; Christianity and other religions Islam
Abstract: Written from a western Christian viewpoint, but with a detailed first-hand knowledge of Muslim life, Islam: Its Prophet, Peoples, Politics, and Power digs deep beneath the surface to reveal Islam as a rich, proud and powerful force in world affairs. Though Dr. Braswell's book is thorough and scholarly, his personal experiences and insights make it a practical travel guide as well.
Contents: Understanding Islam -- The prophet Muhammad : the man and his mission -- The expansion of Islam -- Islamic theology -- Islamic devotion -- Islamic institutions, religious authority, sectarianism -- Muslim morals and manners -- Islamic answers to contemporary issues -- Global Islam : Muslim regions, peoples, leaders -- Muslims in America : a growing religion -- The encounter between Islam and Christianity -- Islam : review and preview.