Feb 23, 2017
THE ISLAMIC ENLIGHTENMENT - Christopher de Bellaigue
The Muslim world has often been accused of a failure to modernise, reform and adapt. But, from the beginning of the 19th century to the present day, Islamic society in its Middle Eastern heartlands...

THE ISLAMIC ENLIGHTENMENT - Christopher de Bellaigue

The Muslim world has often been accused of a failure to modernise, reform and adapt. But, from the beginning of the 19th century to the present day, Islamic society in its Middle Eastern heartlands has in fact been transformed by modern ideals and practices, from modern medicine to the emergence of women from purdah and the development of democracy.

This revelatory book shows us how to look beyond sensationalist headlines to foster a genuine understanding of modern Islam and Muslim culture, and is essential reading for anyone engaged with the state of the world today.

The jacket design is adapted from an arabic pattern found in The Encyclopedia of Ornament (1869) by Albert Racinet.

Published now in Hardback by Bodley Head

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