Islam: A Brief History, 2nd Edition September 2011, Wiley-
Blackwell This price is valid for United States. Change location
to view local pricing and availability. Reflecting recent global
developments, the second edition of this illuminating
introduction to Islamic history expands its coverage of the
Qur’an, Sufism, and Muslim views on human rights, including the
rights of women. - An expanded new edition of this concise,
illuminating introduction to Islam, written by one of the
field’s leading scholars - Spans Islamic history from the life
of Muhammad and the birth of Islamic ideals, through Islam’s
phenomenal geographical expansion and cultural development, to
the creation of modern states and its role in today’s global
society - Features expanded coverage of the Qur’an, Sufism, and
Muslim views on human rights, including the rights of women -
Includes fascinating vignettes of Islamic life, representing
mainstream Muslim viewpoints on issues of global concern -
Explores the complex interrelationships of cul