"Provides the historical background of Islam's emergence on the Arabian Peninsula during the seventh century and traces the spread of the faith throughout the world during the centuries that followed, along with information about the major Islamic sects, an explanation of Islamic laws and practices, details of important Islamic celebrations and festivals, and a discussion of important issues that Muslims face today"-- Page 4 of cover.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (page 104) and index.
Contents
Introduction / by Camille Pecastaing, Ph. D. -- Islam's Role in the World -- Allah's Final Prophet -- Central Beliefs -- Islam Divided: The Major and Minor Sects -- Law and Practice -- Islamic Celebrations -- Issues in Contemporary Islam.
