RT Book
T1 Muslim Identities: an introduction to Islam
T2 NONE
A1 Hughes, Aaron W. 1968-
LA English
PP New York
PB Columbia University Press
YR 2013
UL https://ixtheo.de/Record/1688824715
AB Rather than focus solely on theological concerns, this well-rounded introduction takes an expansive view of Islamic ideology, culture, and tradition, sourcing a range of historical, sociological, and literary perspectives. Neither overly critical nor apologetic, this book reflects the rich diversity of Muslim identities across the centuries and counters the unflattering, superficial portrayals of Islam that are shaping public discourse today.Aaron W. Hughes uniquely traces the development of Islam in relation to historical, intellectual, and cultural influences, enriching his narr
CN BP161.3 .H84 2013
SN 9780231531924
K1 Islam
K1 Electronic books