The Rough Guide History of Islam

Features

• Cover Type: Paperback with 520 pages
• Published by: Rough Guides June 23, 2003
• Written in: English
• ISBN 10 Number: 184353018X
• ISBN 13 Number: 978-1843530183
• Book Dimensions: 5.7 x 4.3 x 1.1 inches
• Weighs: 10.6 ounces

Product Review
An absolute godsend. . .Balanced, comprehensive, enlightening — and a triumph for the Rough Guides stable of handy historical reference books -- The Independent, 31 May 2003

The best of all recent publications on Islam -- Observer 18 May 2003

Product Description
This volume tells the whole story of Islam - its origins, doctrines and world-wide political dimension. From Muhammad's proclamation of a monotheism to rival Judaism and Christianity, it traces the emergence of a succession of empires in the wake of the Arab conquests, continuing through to the turbulence of the present-day Middle East.

Reader Reviews
If you want the most conscience and easy to understand history of Islam, this is the book you need. From explaining the political situation in which Islam rose, scientific achievements, wars against itself and Christians, as well as it's impact outside the Middle East, this is one of the best books I have seen on the subject. A dynamic history and faith, this book delievers both the glory and controversy in which the religion of Islam still brings todays.