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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam

by Yahiya Emerick · 2001

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Explains the history, doctrines, and beliefs of the Islamic faith; outlines the life and philophies of Muhammad; describes Islamic contributions to the arts and sciences; and describes its rituals, prayers, and holidays.

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historyhistoryMore like thisLess of thisreligionreligionMore like thisLess of this
Themes
religionreligionMore like thisLess of thisislamislamMore like thisLess of this
Setting
Middle EastMiddle EastMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
long · 416 pages

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