The Penguin Dictionary of Islam

Oct 8, 2024 2:23 PM

Author:Azim Nanji

Islam today is a truly global faith, yet it remains somewhat of an enigma to many of us. Each and every day our newspapers are saturated with references to Islam; Quran, Taliban, Hijab, Fatwa, Allah, Sunni, Jihad, Shia, the list goes on. But how much do we really understand? Are we, in fact, misunderstanding? The Penguin Dictionary of Islam provides complete, impartial answers. It includes extensive coverage of the historical formations of the worldwide Muslim community and highlights key modern Muslim figures and events. Understanding Islam is vital to understanding our world and this text is the definitive authority, designed for both general and academic readers.

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No-one studying the relations between the West and the decolonizing world can ignore Mr. Said's work

—— New York Times Book Review

Edward Said belongs to that small band of American intellectuals who talk sense (and write beautifully) about the outside world

—— Guardian

Edward Said is a brilliant and unique amalgam of scholar, aesthete and political activist... He challenges and stimulates our thinking in every area

—— Washington Post Book World

Byron Katie’s Work . . . acts like a razor-sharp sword that cuts through illusion and enables you to know for yourself the timeless essence of your being.

—— Eckhart Tolle, author of The Power of Now

No less than a revolutionary way to live your life. The question is: are we brave enough to accept it?

—— Erica Jong, author of Fear of Flying

I love Katie and her Work...both love and wisdom are there.

—— Lama Surya Das, author of Awakening the Buddha Within

Get real, beat the blues. Lasting happiness is just four simple questions away.

—— The Times

written with intelligence and an impressive lightness of touch

—— Standpoint

Julian Barnes takes on the ambitious subject of death - and succeeds brilliantly

—— William Leith , Scotsman

It is a sincere, humble work, punctuated by moments of poignancy

—— Colm Farren , The Irish Times

This year, its moving, sly, terrified grappling with the approach of extinction overwhelmed me

—— Andro Linklater , Spectator, Books of the Year

A rather beautiful account of the birth and evolution of Islam ... Lucid and illuminating ... Fascinating

—— Metro

Aslan is an engaging writer, his strength lies ... as an observer of contemporary challenges facing Islam ... Sensitive and generous

—— FT Magazine

Enthralling. A book of tremendous clarity and generosity of spirit

—— Jim Crace

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