Islam - Alfred Guillaume

Written by one of Britain's leading scholars of Islamic history and Arabic literature, Alfred Guillaume's Islam provides a clear and accessible introduction to the origins, beliefs and historical development of one of the world's major religions. Beginning with the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the emergence of Islam in seventh-century Arabia, Guillaume traces the formation of Islamic doctrine, law and religious practice, explaining the Qur'an, the Hadith and the central principles that have shaped Muslim belief and society.

The book also examines the expansion of the Islamic world, the development of Islamic civilisation, and the relationship between religion, politics and law in Muslim societies. While reflecting the scholarship of its time, Guillaume's study remains an informative overview of Islamic history and thought, balancing historical narrative with explanations of theology, culture and legal traditions. This classic Pelican edition is an excellent introduction for readers interested in comparative religion, Middle Eastern history and the intellectual foundations of Islam.

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