Aspects of Islam
"This is one of the best books on Islam that I have read recently. It fits in nicely between basic textbook and the scholarly monograph, and would be valuable for anyone who has an interest in the field." --Catholic Library World"Clear, engaging, balanced and insightful,Aspects of Islamis a welcome addition to publications on Islam. An excellent introduction to the key beliefs and practices of Islam, to the issues Muslims face today, and to critical questions raised by non-Muslims." --John L. Esposito, professor, Georgetown University, and author ofWhat Everyone Needs to Know About IslamandIslam: The Straight Path"An interestingly distinctive approach to a study of Islam. Geaves offers a remarkably balanced coverage of controversial topics and important ones -- likeshari'aand Sufism that are virtually ignored, or clearly not understood -- in a style that makes them accessible to both specialists and general readers with little or no background in the subject." --John Voll, Center for Christian-Muslim Understanding at Georgetown University"Going straight to the heart of timely and controversial issues, Geaves provides a fresh and engaging analysis of Islam in the post 9/11 world." --Jane Smith, professor of Islamic studies, Hartford Seminary"Geaves skillfully delineates the various competing views of Muslim and non-Muslim scholars, as well as those of the adherents of the faith, giving voice fairly and without misrepresentation to these competing viewpoints. This is truly an enjoyable read." --M. A. Zaki Badawi, Muslim College of Britain