islamic empire

Chronicles the history of the Islamic empire, describing the beginning of Islam, the Umayyad dynasty, the artistic and intellectual achievements of the empire's golden age, and other related topics, and includes an annotated further reading list.

Presents a historical overview of the Islamic faith and its influence on civilization and culture through the ages. Profiles prominent Muslim figures who have played a role in the founding and practice of Islam.

Discusses the historic encounters between Islam, the West, and the Jews. Provides a new understanding of the events that gave shape to modern times.

Shows how trade and commerce spread with the conquests made by the early Islamic empires. Covers such topics as caravans; monetary systems; famous explorers and traders; interactions with the East and West; economical principles; and coinage. Includes color illustrations, biographical sketches, a map, a timeline, a glossary, and further resources.

Describes how the Muslim religion started, including the life of the Prophet Muhammad; the Hegira and Kaaba; caliphs; the split of the Sunni and Shi'a and the beliefs of both; Sufism; the Muslim calendar; key events that are remembered in Islam today; and the Hajj, or pilgrimage to Makkah.

Explores the growth and spread of Muslim peoples from the early 600s to the end of the Ottoman Empire. Examines what allowed early Islamic empires to spread from the Middle East to the far corners of Asia and into Europe and what led to their eventual decline. Includes color illustrations and maps, a glossary, a timeline, and further reading sources.

A social history of the Islamic world from the eighth through the mid-thirteenth century, with a focus on life in the upper echelons of society.

Discusses the extraordinary scientific discoveries and advancements in the Islamic world after the birth of Mohammed in 570 and their impact on Western civilization in subsequent centuries and today.

Covers the civilization of the Islamic Empire from the last years of the eighth century to the thirteenth century.

Examines the origins, history, beliefs, culture, and spiritual leaders of the Islamic faith.