Synopses & Reviews
Unveiling Islam is a book written for those with little or no prior understanding of Islam by providing a thorough introduction to Muslim belief, history and culture. Not only are issues such as "Fundamentalism" and the status of Muslim women presented, but it also provides an overview of the Qur'an, the Prophet, Islamic history, the development of sects and the nature of Muslim art and literature. The author, Roger DuPasquier, a Swiss journalist awarded the coveted French Authors' Association prize 1988, shows Islam not merely as a system of beliefs and rituals, but as an entire way of life which succeeds in being at once confident and serene. Unbiased yet passionate, the book offers an "unveiling" which must be heeded if the present mutual incomprehension between East and West is to be overcome.
Synopsis
This concise introduction to Muslim belief, history, and culture discusses the main tenets of Islam and topical issues such as fundamentalism, women in Islam, and Muslim art and literature.
Synopsis
Alone among the world's religions, Islam is not just surviving but flourishing. Yet many people know little about Islam and regard its continuing attraction as something of a mystery. In this book, Du Pasquier, an award-winning Swiss journalist, provides a thorough introduction to Muslim belief, history and culture. He deals not only with topical issues, such as 'fundamentalism' and the status of Muslim women, but provides an overview of the Qur'an, the Prophet, Islamic history, and the nature of Muslim art and literature. Unbiased yet passionate, the book offers an 'unveiling' which must be heeded if the present mutual incomprehension between East and West is to be overcome.
Synopsis
Alone among the world's religions, Islam is not just surviving but flourishing. Yet many people know little about Islam and regard its continuing attraction as something of a mystery. In this book, Du Pasquier, an award-winning Swiss journalist, provides a thorough introduction to Muslim belief, history and culture. He deals not only with topical issues, such as 'fundamentalism' and the status of Muslim women, but provides an overview of the Qur'an, the Prophet, Islamic history, and the nature of Muslim art and literature. Unbiased yet passionate, the book offers an 'unveiling' which must be heeded if the present mutual incomprehension between East and West is to be overcome.
About the Author
Roger Du Pasquier is a Swiss journalist whose features on the Muslim world reflect a lifetime of experience and study. In 1988 he was awarded the coveted French Author's association prize.
Table of Contents
1. The Challenge of Our Time
2. Man: Axis of Creation
3. The Eternal Message and its Final Bearer
4. A Miracle and its Progression in History
5. What One Must Believe and Do to Be a Muslim
6. Civilisation of Oneness
7. Spiritual Paths and Familie