This text gives a formative account of the development of Islamic thought from the death of Muhammad in 632, to 950. It demonstrates how various religions and political movements within Islam contributed to what has become standard form, including the positive contribution of sects later regarded as heretical, and the key interaction of religion and politics. Drawing on many previously unresearched Arabic sources, it presents a comprehensive, balanced and clear picture of the main lines of philosophical development in this important period.
- ISBN10 1851681523
- ISBN13 9781851681525
- Publish Date 5 February 1998
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 11 August 2021
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Oneworld Publications
- Edition New edition
- Format Paperback (UK Trade)
- Pages 442
- Language English