Islam The Straight Path

Author:  John L. Esposito
Publisher:   International Islamic Publishing House
Pages:  427
Binding:  Hardcover
ISBN: 978-603-501-053-5

About the Book: This exceptionally successful survey text introduces the faith, belief, and practice of Islam from its earliest origins up to its contemporary resurgence. The author, an internationally renowned expert on Islam, traces the development of this dynamic faith and its impact on world history and politics, discussing the formation of Islamic belief and practice (in law, theology, and mysticism) and chronicling the struggle of Muslims to define and adhere to their Islamic way of life.