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ISBN10: 0199545723, ISBN13: 9780199545728, [publisher: Oxford University Press] Softcover First Edition 2010. 1st Edition. Paperback. How did Islam arise from the obscurity of seventh century Arabia to the headlines of the twenty first century? This Very Short Introduction answers that question; exploring the cultural and religious diversity of Islamic history. Adam Silverstein explains its significance and considers its impact on Islamic society today. Series: Very Short Introductions. Num Pages: 176 pages, 18 black and white halftones. BIC Classification: HRH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (U) Tertiary Education (US: College). Dimension: 211 x 116 x 11. Weight in Grams: 138. . . . . .
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ISBN10: 0199545723, ISBN13: 9780199545728, [publisher: Oxford University Press Jan 2010] Softcover Neuware - Does history matter This book argues not that history matters, but that Islamic history does. This Very Short Introduction introduces the story of Islamic history; the controversies surrounding its study; and the significance that it holds - for Muslims and for non-Muslims alike.Opening with a lucid overview of the rise and spread of Islam, from the seventh to twenty first century, the book charts the evolution of what was originally a small, localised community of believers into an international religion with over a billion adherents. Chapters are also dedicated to the peoples - Arabs, Persians, and Turks - who shaped Islamic history, and to three representative institutions - the mosque, jihad, and the caliphate - that highlight Islam's diversity over time.Finally, the roles that Islamic history has played in both religious and political contexts are analysed, while stressing the unique status that history enjoys amongst Muslims, especially compared to its lowly place in Western societies where history is often seen as little more than something that is not to be repeated.Some of the questions that will be answered are: How did Islam arise from the obscurity of seventh century Arabia to the headlines of twenty first century media  How do we know what we claim to know about Islam's rise and development  Why does any of this matter, either to ...
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ISBN10: 0199545723, ISBN13: 9780199545728, [publisher: Oxford University Press Jan 2010] Softcover Neuware - Does history matter This book argues not that history matters, but that Islamic history does. This Very Short Introduction introduces the story of Islamic history; the controversies surrounding its study; and the significance that it holds - for Muslims and for non-Muslims alike.Opening with a lucid overview of the rise and spread of Islam, from the seventh to twenty first century, the book charts the evolution of what was originally a small, localised community of believers into an international religion with over a billion adherents. Chapters are also dedicated to the peoples - Arabs, Persians, and Turks - who shaped Islamic history, and to three representative institutions - the mosque, jihad, and the caliphate - that highlight Islam's diversity over time.Finally, the roles that Islamic history has played in both religious and political contexts are analysed, while stressing the unique status that history enjoys amongst Muslims, especially compared to its lowly place in Western societies where history is often seen as little more than something that is not to be repeated.Some of the questions that will be answered are: How did Islam arise from the obscurity of seventh century Arabia to the headlines of twenty first century media  How do we know what we claim to know about Islam's rise and development  Why does any of this matter, either to ...
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Oxford, England Oxford University Press, USA 2010 Trade paperback New. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 176 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. Very Short Introductions.

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Oxford, England Oxford University Press, USA 2010 Trade paperback Good. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 176 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. Very Short Introductions. May show signs of wear, highlighting, writing, and previous use. This item may be a former library book with typical markings. No guarantee on products that contain supplements Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. Twenty-five year bookseller with shipments to over fifty million happy customers.

Oxford, England Oxford University Press, USA 2010 Trade paperback Good. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 176 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. Very Short Introductions.

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