History Of Islam In Africa [Paperback]

Nehemia Levtzion (Author), Randall L. Pouwels (Contributor)

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ISBN-10: 0821412973 | ISBN-13: 978-0821412978 | Publication Date: March 31, 2000 | Edition: 1

The history of the Islamic faith in Africa spans fourteen centuries. This book provides a detailed mapping of the cultural, political, geographic and religious past of Islam in a single volume. North America: Ohio U Press

--This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

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... by far the most complete attempt at covering the history of Islam in Africa up to the present ... There can be no doubt that this volume will become a standard textbook for undergraduates and a frequent reference work for scholars. - S.V. Ricard in ISLAM & CHRISTIAN-MUSLIM RELATIONS ...massive and marvellous synthesis...that will be both accessible and useful to general readers and scholars. ... The editors and contributors deserve high praise for this achievement. All levels. - J.A. Works in CHOICE ... the spacious layout and considerable length of each of its twenty four chapters make it pleasant to use. The way the book has been put together clearly reveals it is intended as a teaching aid ... This work rests on solid foundations, due to the authority of the authors as much as the documentation and bibliography it provides. It fulfils its objective of being a guide for students and others who want a reference volume that addresses both general and local issues in the Africa of Islam - Constant Hames in AFRICAN AFFAIRS --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 601 pages
• Publisher: Ohio University Press; 1 edition (March 31, 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0821412973
• ISBN-13: 978-0821412978
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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This review is from: History Of Islam In Africa (Hardcover)

The history of the Islamic faith on the continent of Africa spans fourteen centuries. For the first time in a single volume, The History of Islam in Africa presents a detailed historic mapping of the cultural, political, geographic, and religious past of this significant presence on a continent-wide scale. Bringing together two dozen scholars, this comprehensive work treats the historical development of the religion in each major region and examines its effects." "Designed as both a reference and a text, The History of Islam in Africa will be an essential tool for libraries, scholars, and students of this growing field.
Synopsis
Islam has enlivened life in African communities and has also been molded by its African settings. In this first comprehensive history, scholars identify the role that Islam and Muslims have played in the story of African development. Introductory chapters examine gateways from abroad through which Islam has traditionally influenced Africans. Following sections present overviews of Islamic history in various regions, and discuss important themes that have made an impact on Muslim communities in Africa. Levtzion directs the Council for Higher Education in Israel and teaches history at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Pouwels teaches African history at the University of Central Arkansas. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR