The Geography of Religion -Moriel: Islam

An introductory guide to the important elements of the world's largest religion, including the Quran, the Pillars of Faith, and the life of Muhammad, as well as Islamic history, customs and rituals, and contributions to world culture. Essential Islam: A Comprehensive Guide to Belief and Practice is the ideal beginner's resource on the core elements of a faith that, like Christianity and Judaism, offers a guide to holy living and a path to salvation one that like other world faiths has inspired peace and war, tolerance and brutality, enlightenment and abysmal ignorance.

This volume discusses the founding of Islam, the various sects, and its continued growth and strength throughout the world today. It also seeks to dispel misinterpretations about Islam.

Explores the history, beliefs, and culture surrounding the Islamic religion, providing a basic understanding of the devotions and worship.

Provides a full-color introduction to Islam that explains the faith's history, key beliefs, practices, and sacred texts, places, and people. Also discusses how Islam applies to modern issues such as finance, democracy, justice, and feminism. Includes quotes, color diagrams and photographs, sidebars, a glossary, and a biographical directory.