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An Introduction to Islam in the 21st Century
Aminah Beve Mccloud
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Description for An Introduction to Islam in the 21st Century
Paperback. An Introduction to Islam in the 21st Century provides an engaging depiction of Islam as a living religion. Exploring Islam's historical context and core elements of the tradition, the authors provide a global perspective that captures the diversity of Islam in different regions and countries. Editor(s): McCloud, Aminah Beverly; Hibbard, Scott W.; Saud, Laith. Num Pages: 346 pages, black & white illustrations, maps. BIC Classification: HRH; JFSR2. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 183 x 248 x 17. Weight in Grams: 596.
This engaging introduction to Islam examines its lived reality, its worldwide presence, and the variety of beliefs and practices encompassed by the religion. The global perspective uniquely captures the diversity of Islam expressed throughout different countries in the present day. * A comprehensive, multi-disciplinary, and global introduction to Islam, covering its history as well as current issues, experiences, and challenges * Incorporates key new research on Muslims from a variety of countries across Europe, Latin America, Indonesia, and Malaysia Central Asia * Directly addresses controversial issues, including political violence and terrorism , anti-western sentiments, and Islamophobia * Explores different responses ... Read more
This engaging introduction to Islam examines its lived reality, its worldwide presence, and the variety of beliefs and practices encompassed by the religion. The global perspective uniquely captures the diversity of Islam expressed throughout different countries in the present day. * A comprehensive, multi-disciplinary, and global introduction to Islam, covering its history as well as current issues, experiences, and challenges * Incorporates key new research on Muslims from a variety of countries across Europe, Latin America, Indonesia, and Malaysia Central Asia * Directly addresses controversial issues, including political violence and terrorism , anti-western sentiments, and Islamophobia * Explores different responses ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
John Wiley and Sons Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
346
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Condition
New
Weight
595 g
Number of Pages
346
Place of Publication
Chicester, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781405193603
SKU
V9781405193603
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Ref
99-50
About Aminah Beve Mccloud
Aminah Beverly McCloud is Professor of Islamic Studies in the Department of Religious Studies at DePaul University and the Director of the Islamic World Studies Program. Scott Hibbard is an Associate Professor in the Department of Political Science at DePaul University. He was previously Program Officer for the Special Initiative on Religion, Ethics and Human Rights ... Read more
Reviews for An Introduction to Islam in the 21st Century
This unique and challenging textbook describes the historical background and present diversity of political and intellectual currents in Islam in its various forms ... This is a compact and sophisticated text, suitable for graduate students seeking to understand the roots and development of modern Islamic movements and contestations. (Religious Studies Review, 1 December 2013)