A History of Islamic Societies - Softcover

Lapidus, Ira M.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521779332 ISBN 13: 9780521779333

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 2002

Synopsis

In this second edition, first published ijn 2002, Ira Lapidus explores the origins and evolution of Muslim societies. The book, revised and updated, is divided into three parts. The first covers the formative era of Islamic civilization. The second traces the diffusion of worldwide Islamic societies, while the third explores their reaction to European imperialism, and emergence as independent states. The concluding chapters consider Islam's recent history, the formation of Islamic revival movements and global Islamic identities. The book is essential reading for students and for those seeking to understand the Muslim peoples.

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Review:

'... Lapidus is concerned not with defining an essential Islam, but rather with mapping the role of Islamic beliefs, institutions, and identities in particular historical contexts.' International Journal of Middle East Studies

'The value of A History of Islamic Societies lies in its sheer comprehensiveness. In one volume a vast amount of material is synthesized and presented in a clear and effective style. There is nothing else like it. For the first time the worldwide history of Islamic societies is made accessible to the interested reader.' The Journal of Asian Studies

Review of first edition: 'I do not think that any other world civilization can boast a comparable general account of such substance and quality ... this is a great deal more than a textbook. It is a product of learning, intellect and style of an extremely high order.' Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society

Review of first edition: 'I do not think that any other world civilization can boast a comparable general account of such substance and quality. ... This is a great deal more than a textbook. It is a product of learning, intellect and style of an extremely high order.' Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society

Book Description:

Ira Lapidus' classic history of the origins and evolution of Muslim societies was revised and updated for this second edition, first published in 2002. The book traces the evolution of Islam from Muhammad to the present day. It is essential reading for students and for anyone seeking to understand the Muslim peoples.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 2002
• ISBN 10: 0521779332
• ISBN 13: 9780521779333
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 1002