Islam is part of our daily lives wether we want or not. I for one would like to learn more about it, since I know so little. Thus my question is, are there any books you could recommend that deal with Islam? Fact or fiction, both would be good, although I'd rather read some fact first. And please don't tell me to just read wikipedia, I've done that but I find it to be very boring and would rather read an actual book.
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>Islam is part of our daily lives wether we want or not
It doesn't have to be.
Here's a good resource on it, though.
http://thereligionofpeace.com/
>>8281213Start with the hindis
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A History of Islamic Societies: Ira Lapidus
The Great Arab Conquests: Hugh Kennedy
A Season of Migration to the North: Saleh
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The Koran
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The historical or theological aspects may interest you in their own right, but don't count on them to help you understand any of the modern effects which could be affecting you against your will.