The Encyclopedia of Islam is part of a much wider effort undertaken by many scholars and area studies experts to meet the demand for accurate and comprehensive information about Islam, particularly with regard to its place in the contemporary world. This undertaking is based on a growing body of research involving the contributions of people who not only have knowledge and fluency in the relevant languages but have spent extended periods of time in the Middle East and other parts of the world where Muslims live, work, and strive to achieve what we might call “the good life.” The reader is encouraged to explore the variety of topics covered by this reference work and follow up with more specialized readings listed at the end of each entry and in the bibliography provided in the back of the book.
This encyclopedia, full of Islamic history and knowledge, can be downloaded online at the link given above.
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