ePub British Colours Standards 1747–1881 (2): Infantry (Elite) (Pt.2) by Ian Sumner in History

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Islam has been viewed as a militant and destructive force bent on conquest; but religious anthropologist Michael Jordan urges us to lay aside this perception. In this richly illustrated volume; Jordan presents an objective; accessible; highly informative introduction to the Islamic faith. Delving deep into Islamic history; he beckons us to look beyond the headlines to its riches; its accomplishments; and its profound impact on the world. Among the topics are the origins of the religion and its earliest years; Muhammad and his legacy; the spread and consolidation of Islam and its impact on the West; The Qur’an and Muslim beliefs; the rituals of Islamic worship and its holy places; and the future of Islam. It is a balanced; beautifully produced guide to the second largest religion in the world.