Islam
Subtitle: a concise introduction
By: Huston Smith
Publisher: HarperSanFrancisco
Published: 2001
Place of publication: San Francisco
Language: eng
Number of pages: 100
Subjects: Islam
Description: "Drawn from his presentation of Islam in the bestselling book The World's Religions, Huston Smith offers a revealing look into the heart of a tradition with more than one billion adherents worldwide.

Dispelling narrow and distorted notions about the nature of Islam and featuring a new introduction by the author, this book compellingly conveys the profound appeal of Islam, while addressing such timely issues as the true meaning of jihad, the role of women in Islamic societies, and the remarkable growth of Islam in America."--BOOK JACKET.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. [97]-100)