Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim world / edited by Richard C. Martin.
TITLE:
Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim world / edited by Richard C. Martin.
Publication Date:
2003
Publication Information:
New York : Macmillan Reference USA,
Physical Description:
2 volumes, various pagings.
Subject Term:
Additional Contributors:
Summary:
As the fastest growing religion in the United States and the dominant religion in a wide expanse of territory extending across Africa, Asia, the Balkans and Southern Russia, Islam is an increasingly important force in the modern world. "Islam and the Muslim World" looks at Islam's role in the modern world, doing so in the context of the religion's history and development over the last 13 centuries. Containing thematic articles, biographies of key figures, definitions, illustrations, maps and more, this new encyclopedia fills a need in this key area of religious studies.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9780028656038
9780028656045
9780028656052
General Note:
Vol. 1 = A-L. Vol. 2 = M-Z.
