Islam

By Henri Masse

Book Overview

""Islam"" by Henri Masse is a comprehensive book that delves into the history, beliefs, and practices of the Islamic faith. The author explores the origins of Islam, including the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the early development of the religion. He also examines the central tenets of Islam, such as the Five Pillars and the concept of monotheism. Masse provides an in-depth analysis of the Islamic holy book, the Quran, and its interpretation, as well as the role of the Hadith and the Sharia in Islamic law. He also discusses the diversity of Islamic culture and the different sects within the religion, including Sunni and Shia. The book further explores the impact of Islam on art, literature, and science, as well as its influence on other religions and cultures. Masse also addresses contemporary issues facing the Islamic world, including the rise of extremism and the challenges of modernization. Overall, ""Islam"" is a comprehensive and informative guide to one of the world's major religions, providing a nuanced understanding of its history, beliefs, and practices.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163139718
• ISBN13: 9781163139714
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.81 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"