The Qur'an: A Biography - Hardcover

Lawrence, Bruce

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0871139510 ISBN 13: 9780871139511

Verlag: Atlantic Monthly Pr, 2007

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An exceptional copy; fine in an equally fine dw, now mylar-sleeved. Particularly and surprisingly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Literally as new.; 231 pages; Description: xiv, 231 p. ; 21 cm. Originally published: London : Atlantic Books, 2006. Includes bibliographical references and index. Subjects: Koran --Evidences, authority, etc. --Koran --Commentaries --History and criticism. Series: Books that changed the world. Summary: In this unusual biography, Bruce Lawrence presents a fascinating and invaluable exploration of The Qur'an, an important yet poorly understood book that changed and continues to change the world.

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An authoritative introduction to the sacred text reveals how it represents Islam, describing the origins of the faith in seventh-century Arabia while offering insight into how the Qur'an remains a pivotal influence on today's societies and politics. 35,000 first printing.

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• Verlag: Atlantic Monthly Pr
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0871139510
• ISBN 13: 9780871139511
• Einband: Tapa dura
• Anzahl der Seiten: 231