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Islam, Fundamentalism, and the Betrayal of Tradition, Revised and Expanded: Essays by Western Muslim Scholars

Joseph E. B. Lumbard

This fully revised edition of the critically acclaimed book contains a series of essays that explain the misconceptions that lie at the heart of Western attitudes towards Islam. Including a new essay on the role of women in Islam, an updated chapter containing insights into the concept of Jihad, and three fully revised chapters that bring the discussion up-to-date with the current global situation, this book is a must read for anyone interested in Islam and its relation to the West.

Book Details

  • Publisher: World Wisdom Books
  • Publish Date: Aug 16th, 2009
  • Pages: 384
  • Language: English
  • Edition: REV and Expande - undefined
  • Dimensions: 9.02in - 6.28in - 0.99in - 1.11lb
  • EAN: 9781933316666
  • Categories: Islam - GeneralEssaysTerrorism