The Islam Book

Big Ideas Simply Explained

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Pub Date Aug 18 2020 | Archive Date Jul 15 2020

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Learn about the history and traditions of the Islamic faith in The Islam Book.

Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about Islam in this overview guide to the subject, brilliant for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The Islam Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. 

This captivating book will broaden your understanding of Islam, with:

- Images of Islamic art, architecture, calligraphy, and historical artifacts
- Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts
- A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout
- Straightforward text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding

The Islam Book
is a comprehensive guide essential to understanding the world’s fastest-growing religion - aimed at self-educators after a trustworthy account and religious studies students wanting to gain an overview. Here you’ll find clear factual writing offering insight into terms like Sharia law, the Caliphate, and jihad; Sunni and Shia divisions; and Sufi poetry and music.

Your Islam Questions, Simply Explained

This essential guide to Islam covers every aspect of the Muslim faith and its history – from the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the teachings of the Koran to Islam in the 21st century. If you thought it was difficult to learn about one of the world’s major religions, The Islam Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Find out about modern issues such as fundamentalism, the work of peaceful traditionalists, modernizers, and women's rights campaigners, as well as the central tenets of Islam, such as prayer, fasting, and pilgrimage.

The Big Ideas Series

With millions of copies sold worldwide, The Islam Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.
Learn about the history and traditions of the Islamic faith in The Islam Book.

Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow...

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EDITION Other Format
ISBN 9781465491480
PRICE $27.99 (USD)
PAGES 336

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