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Book SynopsisThis exceptionally successful survey text introduces the teachings and practice of Islam from its earliest origins up to its contemporary practice. John L. Esposito, an internationally renowned expert on Islam, traces the development of Islam and its impact on world history and politics. Lucidly written and expansive in scope, Islam: The Straight Path, Updated Fifth Edition, provides keen insight into one of the world''s least understood religions. It is ideally suited for use in courses on Islam, world religions, comparative religions, and Middle East history and culture. A FREE 6-month subscription to Oxford Islamic Studies Online (www.oxfordislamicstudies.com), edited by John L. Esposito, is included with the purchase of every new copy of this text.
Trade ReviewThis is the answer to every teacher's prayer for an informed and balanced introductory book. It is elegantly written, beautifully synthesized, and helpful. * Leila Fawaz, Tufts University *
Islam: The Straight Path is a remarkable testament to the author's breadth of scholarship and descriptive and explanatory economy. * Peter Matthews Wright, The Colorado College *
Esposito's work in modern Islam gives him a rich perspective for introducing readers to the main modern strands of reform and revivalism, moderation, and extremism that shape the Islamic worldview in the twenty-first century. * Seth Ward, University of Wyoming *
Table of Contents1. MUHAMMAD AND THE QURAN: MESSENGER AND MESSAGE; 2. THE MUSLIM COMMUNITY IN HISTORY; 3. RELIGIOUS LIFE: BELIEF AND PRACTICE; 4. MODERN ISLAMIC REFORM MOVEMENTS; 5. RELIGION & POLITICS; 6. THE STRUGGLE FOR ISLAM IN THE TWENTY-FIRST CENTURY
