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The Succession to Muhammad: A Study of the Early Caliphate
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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The Succession to Muhammad: A Study of the Early Caliphate
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Wilferd Madelung
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:432 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 228,Width 153 |
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| Category/Genre | Asian and Middle Eastern history
World history - c 500 to C 1500
Islam |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9780521646963
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| Classifications | Dewey:297.61 |
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| Audience | | Professional & Vocational | |
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| Illustrations |
2 Tables, unspecified
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Cambridge University Press
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| Imprint |
Cambridge University Press
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| Publication Date |
15 October 1998 |
| Publication Country |
United Kingdom
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Description
In a convincing reinterpretation of early Islamic history, Wilferd Madelung examines the conflict that developed after the death of Muhammad for control of the Muslim community. He demonstrates how this conflict, which marked the demise of the first four caliphs, resulted in the lasting schism between Sunnite and Shi'ite Islam. In contrast to recent scholarly trends, the author takes up the Shi'i cause, arguing in defense of the succession of 'Ali. This book will make a major scholarly contribution to the debate over succession.
Reviews'Never before have the first thirty years in the life of the Muslim community been more meaningfuly interpreted. All students of Islam will want to keep this book within arm's reach.' Choice
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