The world of Islam /
Islam
Julien Ries.
- English-language ed.
- Philadelphia, PA : Chelsea House Publishers, c2002.
- 30 p. : ill. (some col.), col. maps ; 31 cm.
- Religions of humanity .
- Religions of humanity. .
"Originally published by Editoriale Jaca Book, Milan, Italy"--P. facing t.p. Includes index. Translation of: Caratteri dell'Islam.
A color-illustrated overview of the Islamic religion and its culture, which covers such topics as the early spread of Islam, the Koran, Allah, the prophets, the five pillars, and Muslim mysticism. Includes a glossary and an index.