About “Islam”

Karen Armstrong's book provides a concise history of Islam, aiming to correct widespread misconceptions in the modern Western imagination. It presents Islam as a complex and rich religious tradition, moving beyond the narrow portrayal of the faith as solely associated with authoritarianism, female oppression, civil conflict, and terrorism.

Book details

Published
2000
Latest edition
2000 · ISBN 9780786241873
ISBN
9780786241873

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How many pages is Islam?

Islam by Karen Armstrong has 349 pages.

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