Publisher's Synopsis
The world's second largest religion, Islam is also one of the fastest growing and most politically potent. Despite its common theological and historical links with Christianity and Judaism, it is often misunderstood by Westerners. Complete with quotations from the Qu'ran and the traditions of Muhammad, this introduction to the history of Islam traces its importance as a living faith, and its powerful influence on international politics. This edition has been revised and expanded to include a new picture section and a more comprehensive discussion of the role of Islam in the modern world.
