Islam An Historical Introduction
Islam An Historical Introduction by Gerhard Endress, published by Columbia University Press in 2002, offers a concise survey of Islamic history and culture. This second edition spans 301 pages and is presented in English. The book covers a wide range of topics, including Islamic theology and law, the evolution of the Arabic, Persian, and Turkish languages, as well as aspects of social and economic life during the Middle Ages and the invention of the Muslim calendar.
Readers will find a comprehensive overview that reflects the complexities of Islam and its historical context. The updated text, references, and bibliography in this edition enhance the exploration of significant themes related to history, religion, and the Middle East. This work serves as a resource for those interested in understanding the multifaceted nature of Islamic culture and its development over time.
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Hailed as a concise survey of Islamic history and culture, An Introduction to Islam covers everything from
Islamic theology and law to the development of the Arabic, Persian, and Turkish languages, from social and economic life in the middle ages to the invention of the Muslim calendar. For the second edition, the text as well as the references and bibliography have been brought up to date.
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