Aslan, Reza

"Explores humanity's attempts to comprehend the divine by giving it human traits and emotions, and calls for a more expansive understanding of God to develop a more universal spirituality"--Provided by publisher.

Offers a detailed overview of Islam, discussing the religion's origins, beliefs, place in Western culture, and traditions.

A writer and scholar of comparative religions, Reza Aslan has earned international acclaim for the passion and clarity he has brought to these questions. In No god but God, challenging the clash of civilizations? mentality that has distorted our view of Islam, Aslan explains this critical faith in all its complexity, beauty, and compassion.

A biography of Jesus that draws on biblical and historical sources to place his achievements and influence against the turbulent backdrop ofhis time.

Offers a detailed overview of Islam, discussing the religion's origins, beliefs, place in Western culture, and traditions.