Are Muslim states ready for democracy? Is there a culture war between the West and 1.2 billion Muslims? As the United States wages war in Iraq, academics, the media, and politicians are asking these questions. But does it make sense to discuss Islam as a monolith? Islam in World Cultures says no.
R. Michael Feener is assistant professor of religious studies at the University of California, Riverside, CA.
"This distinctive work offers ten well-written, scholarly essays about various regions of the world and their Islamic cultures. It is intended for general audiences ... Recommended. Undergraduates seeking a broad introduction to the dynamics of Islam in the modern world." - Choice "As with other titles in this series, the strength of this volume is in its analysis of how Islam interacts with global and local cultures. ... appropriate for advanced high school students or undergraduates." - VOYA "An excellent resource for understanding not only the various political and cultural issues associated with contemporary Islamic communities around the world, but also the historical conditions responsible for the distinct and fascinating variations found in their religious practices." - American Reference Books Annual
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