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A twentieth-anniversary edition of the fascinating, accessible introduction to Islam with a new preface and study guide, from the #1 bestselling author of Zealot
FINALIST FOR THE GUARDIAN FIRST BOOK AWARD

“Wise and passionate . . . an incisive, scholarly primer in Muslim history and an engaging personal exploration.” —The New York Times Book Review

Two decades after its original publication, No god but God remains a landmark work in understanding Islam’s rich history and profound impact on the world. This 20th anniversary edition revisits the book that challenged the simplistic “clash of civilizations” narrative and offered a bold, nuanced portrait of a faith rooted in justice, equality, and compassion.

In this modern classic, Reza Aslan traces Islam’s origins, from the revelations of Muhammad in Mecca and Medina to how the Prophet’s vision of a radically egalitarian community was shaped, challenged, and interpreted by generations of Muslims, resulting in a faith of remarkable diversity and resilience. Moving through history to the modern era, Aslan confronts the politicization of Islam, the rise of extremist ideologies, and the pervasive Islamophobia that has distorted the religion’s image, particularly in the post–9/11 world.

Fully revised and with a new preface and study guide, this edition connects Aslan’s timeless insights to the profound changes shaping Islam today—from the emergence of a global digital community to the ongoing struggles between tradition and modernity. Accessible yet deeply researched, No god but God remains a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the past, present, and future of Islam.
A twentieth-anniversary edition of the fascinating, accessible introduction to Islam with a new preface and study guide, from the #1 bestselling author of Zealot
FINALIST FOR THE GUARDIAN FIRST BOOK AWARD

“Wise and passionate . . . an incisive, scholarly primer in Muslim history and an engaging personal exploration.” —The New York Times Book Review

Two decades after its original publication, No god but God remains a landmark work in understanding Islam’s rich history and profound impact on the world. This 20th anniversary edition revisits the book that challenged the simplistic “clash of civilizations” narrative and offered a bold, nuanced portrait of a faith rooted in justice, equality, and compassion.

In this modern classic, Reza Aslan traces Islam’s origins, from the revelations of Muhammad in Mecca and Medina to how the Prophet’s vision of a radically egalitarian community was shaped, challenged, and interpreted by generations of Muslims, resulting in a faith of remarkable diversity and resilience. Moving through history to the modern era, Aslan confronts the politicization of Islam, the rise of extremist ideologies, and the pervasive Islamophobia that has distorted the religion’s image, particularly in the post–9/11 world.

Fully revised and with a new preface and study guide, this edition connects Aslan’s timeless insights to the profound changes shaping Islam today—from the emergence of a global digital community to the ongoing struggles between tradition and modernity. Accessible yet deeply researched, No god but God remains a vital resource for anyone seeking to understand the past, present, and future of Islam.
Über den Autor
Reza Aslan
Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2011
Genre: Importe, Religion & Theologie
Religion: Nichtchristliche Religionen
Rubrik: Geisteswissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Einband - flex.(Paperback)
ISBN-13: 9780812982442
ISBN-10: 0812982444
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Aslan, Reza
Auflage: Updated edition
Hersteller: Random House LLC US
Random House Trade Paperbacks
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Abbildungen: 2 MAPS
Maße: 203 x 133 x 25 mm
Von/Mit: Reza Aslan
Erscheinungsdatum: 30.08.2011
Gewicht: 0,325 kg
Artikel-ID: 107051926

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