What everyone needs to know about Islam
By: John L. Esposito
Edition: 2nd ed.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2011
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 268
ISBN-13: 9780199794133; 9780199794232
Subjects: Islam; Essence, genius, nature
Description: Since the terrorist attacks of September 11th, there has been an overwhelming demand for information about Islam, and recent events such as the war in Iraq, terrorist attacks both failed and successful, debates throughout Europe over Islamic dress, and many others, have raised new questions in the minds of policymakers and the general public. This newly updated edition is a source for clearly presented, objective information about these new developments, and for answers to questions about the origin and traditions of Islam. The author is one of America's leading authorities on Islam. This book contains up-to-date information on the faith, customs, and political beliefs of the more than one billion people who call themselves Muslims.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Faith; title: Islam and other religions; title: Customs and culture; title: Violence and terrorism; title: Society, politics, and economy; title: Muslims in the west.