islamic civilization

"Beginning in the twelfth century, the migration of various Turkic peoples over a four-century period greatly influenced the political and cultural organization of the Islamic world. This title assesses various factors including the Mongol incursions and the Crusades during the period of expansion and renewal leading up to Ottoman rule. Also covered are the impacts of colonialism, decolonization, and globalization on Islamic societies. This in-depth, academic guide's exploration of the history of Islam through the present gives readers the tools they need to understand the politics and culture of and the problems faced by the Islamic world today"--Amazon.com.

"Presents the history of Islam, beginning with the agrarian prehistory of Afro-Eurasia and the rise of Arabian city-states. It then offers a biographical treatment of Muhammad, followed by an assessment of the spread of Islam and its splintering into diverse factions that occurred in the centuries following Muhammad's death. Resources, including a timeline, help readers contextualize and connect the various regional developments during Islams early period"--Amazon.com.

Text and illustrations look at how scientific invention and artistic creation flourished in the Islamic world during the Middle Ages.

"Islam is one of the world's major religions, and in ancient times, the Islamic world was one of the worlds major societies. This title provides a sweeping look at the important contributions people of the Islamic world made to learning, architecture, trade, the military, and religion. Readers will learn about the birth of Islam through the height of Islamic rule, life in the Ottoman Empire, and the culture's decline. Coverage of architecture, education, class structure, trade, and the role of men and women supports elementary social studies curricula. Readers will walk away with an understanding of daily life in the culture, as well as its long-standing legacy"--Amazon.com.

Explores what life was like during ancient times in the Islamic world in a question-and-answer format. Discusses politics, homes and family life, jobs, religion, and recreation. Includes a timeline, color illustrations, a glossary, and further resources.

Examines the economic and political issues facing Lebanon today. It provides up-to-date information about the country’s geography and climate, history, government, politics, society, important cities and communities, and relations with other countries.

Traces the history of Islam, discussing the religion's beliefs, traditions, and origins, the tensions that exist within the Muslim world and with the West, and its various manifestations.

Presents a collection of illustrated photographs and maps depicting the history of Islam from the birth of the prophet Muhammad to the formation of the post-Soviet Muslim states in Central Asia and contains short essays covering topics such as the philosophy, art, and architecture of the Muslim world.

Presents a series of stories that illuminate key aspects of Islam and how the belief system is being challenged and changed in response to modern life, focusing on the religion as it is practiced in Morocco.

Discusses the many inventions and ideas of Muslims throughout history.