Product Description

Behind the clamorous headlines of militant and political Islam lies a more serene and cultivated form of traditional Islam, now increasingly under threat from both Islamic fundamentalists and modern secularists. Michon skillfully unveils this lesser-known dimension of the world s second largest religion. Beautifully illustrated throughout, INTRODUCTION TO TRADITIONAL ISLAM is divided into four parts: the traditional Islamic city and its holistic vision of life, which seeks to cater for the body, soul and spirit; the religious message of Islamic art - particularly in calligraphy and psalmody; music and spirituality; and the way of Sufism, the inward or mystical dimension of Islam. 270 full colour illustrations.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #909267 in Books
• Published on: 2008-10-23
• Format: Illustrated
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 160 pages