Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World [2 Volume Set]. This item is unavailable.
Language: English
Published by MacMillan Reference Library / Thompson Gale, 2003
- Hardcover
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Complete in two volumes. Perfectbound in printed hard covers. Ex-library with external labels removed; exceedingly clean and sharp with sound binding and no evidence of use. Shipped professionally in a box. 'The Encyclopedia Of Islam And The Muslim World, 2nd Edition, is a two-volume set containing over 540 alphabetically-arranged entries designed to support students of religion and world history at the high school and undergraduate levels, as well as the general public. Rich historical content is partnered with coverage of the issues, countries, and people that are important in todayâ??s world, allowing for an assessment of Islamâ??s influence on all areas of human activity throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The revamped table of contents includes entries at the forefront of current events, including entries on oil, water rights, social media, and ISIS, as well as greatly expanded coverage of Islam in specific countries. Now in full color, this beautifully illustrated set features more than fifty percent new and revised entries, including more than 170 new articles, and more than 350 maps, charts, and photos.' (Publisher's blurb).…
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- Title
- Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World [2 Volume Set]
- Author
- Martin, Richard C.
- Publisher
- MacMillan Reference Library / Thompson Gale
- Publication year
- 2003
- Condition
- VERY GOOD
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Language
- English
- ISBN 10
- 0028656032
- ISBN 13
- 9780028656038
- Edition
- Second Edition.
- Item weight
- 100 ounces
- Seller catalogs
- Religion
social, and spiritual tenets, while assessing its influence on all areas of human activity in the regions where it is most established--the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas.
KEY FEATURES:
Most up-to-date Analyses. The ever-growing numbers of students matriculating in disciplines connected to the teaching and understanding of Islam need accurate, current information on this religion and its impact on the world.
Balanced Coverage. Rich historical content is partnered with coverage of the issues, countries, and people that are important in today's world, allowing for an assessment of Islam's influence on all areas of human activity throughout the Middle East, Africa, Asia, Europe, and the Americas
Fully Updated Content. More than 50% new and revised content, including more than 160 new entries and 60 sidebars.
Beautifully Illustrated in Full Color. This edition doubles the number of photos and maps from the first edition, all in color.
WHAT'S NEW:
286 new/updated entries and sidebars
Now in full color
More than 360 images, more than double the number of images from the first edition
60 sidebars embedded in larger entries to help readers understand the importance of a person or group in context with a key
issue or country.
Revamped table of contents includes entries at the forefront of current events, including entries on oil, water rights, social
media, and ISIS, as well as greatly expanded coverage of Islam in specific countries.
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