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Muhammad

- A Very Short Introduction
Af: Jonathan A.C. Brown Engelsk Paperback

Muhammad

- A Very Short Introduction
Af: Jonathan A.C. Brown Engelsk Paperback
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As the founder of Islam Muhammad is one of the most influential figures in history. The furor surrounding the Satanic Verses and the Danish cartoon crisis reminded the world of the tremendous importance of the prophet of Islam, Muhammad. Learning about his life and understanding its importance, however, has always proven difficult. Our knowledge of Muhammad comes from the biography of him written by his followers, but Western historians have questioned the reliability of this story in their quest to uncover the ''historical Muhammad''. As modern controversies have shown, whatever the truth about Muhammad''s life, his persona has taken on numerous shapes and played a crucial role in Muslim life and civilization. This Very Short Introduction provides an introduction to the major aspects of Muhammad''s life and its importance, providing both the Muslim and Western historical perspectives. It also explains the prominent roles that Muhammad''s persona has played in the Islamic world, from the medieval to the modern period.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
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As the founder of Islam Muhammad is one of the most influential figures in history. The furor surrounding the Satanic Verses and the Danish cartoon crisis reminded the world of the tremendous importance of the prophet of Islam, Muhammad. Learning about his life and understanding its importance, however, has always proven difficult. Our knowledge of Muhammad comes from the biography of him written by his followers, but Western historians have questioned the reliability of this story in their quest to uncover the ''historical Muhammad''. As modern controversies have shown, whatever the truth about Muhammad''s life, his persona has taken on numerous shapes and played a crucial role in Muslim life and civilization. This Very Short Introduction provides an introduction to the major aspects of Muhammad''s life and its importance, providing both the Muslim and Western historical perspectives. It also explains the prominent roles that Muhammad''s persona has played in the Islamic world, from the medieval to the modern period.ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Produktdetaljer
Sprog: Engelsk
Sider: 160
ISBN-13: 9780199559282
Indbinding: Paperback
Udgave:
ISBN-10: 0199559287
Kategori: Religionshistorie
Udg. Dato: 24 mar 2011
Længde: 9mm
Bredde: 114mm
Højde: 173mm
Forlag: Oxford University Press
Oplagsdato: 24 mar 2011
Forfatter(e): Jonathan A.C. Brown
Forfatter(e) Jonathan A.C. Brown


Kategori Religionshistorie


ISBN-13 9780199559282


Sprog Engelsk


Indbinding Paperback


Sider 160


Udgave


Længde 9mm


Bredde 114mm


Højde 173mm


Udg. Dato 24 mar 2011


Oplagsdato 24 mar 2011


Forlag Oxford University Press

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