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1. Introducing Islam

   2nd Edition

   By William Shepard

   Series: World Religions

   What exactly is Islam and what does it mean to be a Muslim in the world today? This core textbook traces the history of Islam from its early origins in the life and career of Mohammed, through its classical expressions, to its interactions with the West in the modern world. Major topics covered...

   To Be Published January 30th 2014 by Routledge
2. The Teaching and Study of Islam in Western Universities

   Edited by Paul Morris, William Shepard, Paul Trebilco, Toni Tidswell

   Series: Islamic Studies Series

   Public interest in the religion of Islam and in Muslim communities in recent years has generated an impetus for Western Universities to establish an array of Institutes and programs dedicated to the study of Islam. Despite the growth in number of programs dedicated to this study, very little...

   To Be Published November 26th 2013 by Routledge
3. Introducing Islam

   By William Shepard

   Series: World Religions

   What exactly is ‘Islam’ and what does it mean to be a ‘Muslim’ in the world today? Since the events of 9/11 and 7/7, Islam has become one of the most controversial and misunderstood religions in the world. Introducing Islam encourages students to put aside their preconceptions and explore this...

   Published May 31st 2009 by Routledge