The Britannica Guide To Islam Set

Author : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Page : 462 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781593398491

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Britannica Guide to the Islamic World by Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. Pdf

Exploring the beliefs, history and politics of Islam, The Britannica Guide to the Islamic World is a clear and unbiased reference resource, compiled by experts in the field. It introduces the ideas as well as the places at the centre of one of the most important religions of our time. Founded in the seventh century by the prophet Mohammed, Islam has now spread across the world and every culture. Exploring Islamic history, beliefs and scriptures, it will be an invaluable and comprehensive guide to Muslim faith. In addition, the Guide reveals the role that Islam plays today including the conflict in the Middle East, the rise of Islamism, and the divisions between the Sunni and Shi’ite sects. As the Islamic World becomes the focus of politicians and the media, it is more important than ever to have a reliable and accurate introduction to this controversial topic.

Author : Various
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 50,5 Mb
Release : 2017-08-15
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1508105480

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The Britannica Guide to Islam (Set) by Various Pdf

Founded by the Prophet Muhammad in seventh-century Arabia, Islam has grown to be one of the worlds largest and most influential religions, with over 1.6 billion Muslims worldwide today. This series tracks the long and illustrious history of the Islamic faith through the age of the caliphates, the Islamic golden age, the Ottoman Empire, and into the twenty-first century. It also examines the impact of Islamic beliefs and thought, literature, and art and architecture, providing a complete guide to this often-misunderstood religion.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 432 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : History
ISBN : 1845298195

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The Encyclopædia Britannica Guide to the Islamic World by Anonim Pdf

A handbook to the Islamic world.

Author : Britannica Educational Publishing
Publisher : Britannica Educational Publishing
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615302185

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The Britannica Guide to Numbers and Measurement by Britannica Educational Publishing Pdf

Communication and, indeed, our comprehension of the world in general are largely ordered by the number and measurement systems that have arisen over time. This book delves into the history of mathematical reasoning and the progression of numerical thought around the world. With detailed biographies of seminal thinkers and theorists, readers develop a sophisticated understanding of some of the most fundamental arithmetical concepts as well as the individuals who established them.

Author : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Page : 465 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781593398477

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Britannica Guide to India by Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. Pdf

An ancient culture and a new economic power in the world India in the twenty-first century stands on the verge of being one of the world’s newest superpowers with a population of 1.1 billion. In the sixty years since its independence, it has transformed into a modern nation with limitless resources—yet it is also a nation of extremes. It is a people with 15 official languages, over 166 million mobile phone users, and an economy that spans from traditional village farming to the cutting edge of new technology. From the snowy mountains of the Himalayas to the tropical waters of Kerala, India is the 6th most popular tourist destination in the world. This guide is the perfect introduction for the reader who wants to know more than the guide books and gain a deeper understanding of India’s history and culture as well as the key sites to visit.

Author : Hugh Chisholm
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 1016 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 1911
Category : Encyclopedias and dictionaries
ISBN : UOM:39015015204509

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The Encyclopaedia Britannica by Hugh Chisholm Pdf

Author : Britannica Educational Publishing
Publisher : Britannica Educational Publishing
Page : 241 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2011-05-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615305773

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The Britannica Guide to Basketball by Britannica Educational Publishing Pdf

Despite its American origins, the fast-paced and often acrobatic game of basketball commands the attention of audiences around the world. The sport’s seeming simplicity—put the ball in the basket—is delightfully offset by the complexity of the athleticism and strategy required to be successful at the game. Recounting the evolution of basketball and profiling greats from George Mikan to Larry Bird, Michael Jordan, and beyond, this gripping volume examines the story of a game that continues to dazzle American and global audiences alike.

Author : Salman Rushdie
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 580 pages
File Size : 50,8 Mb
Release : 2000-12
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0312270828

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The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdie Pdf

Just before dawn one winter's morning, a hijacked jetliner explodes above the English Channel. Through the falling debris, two figures, Gibreel Farishta, the biggest star in India, and Saladin Chamcha, an expatriate returning from his first visit to Bombay in fifteen years, plummet from the sky, washing up on the snow-covered sands of an English beach, and proceed through a series of metamorphoses, dreams, and revelations.

Author : Ariana Wolff
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 130 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781680486117

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The Foundations of Islam and Islamic Thought by Ariana Wolff Pdf

Amidst growing concerns about radical religious terrorism and general misinformation about the Islamic faith, this authoritative, academic guide reveals the rich historical development and core theological teachings of the world�s second-largest religion. By covering Islam's philosophical development in detail alongside biographical treatments of several key thinkers, this title unveils the beliefs of an oft-misunderstood religion. Through an in-depth exploration of Muslim principles, this title demystifies Islam and provides a greater context in which to understand the Islamic faith.

Author : Lucy Sackett Smith
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 138 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2017-07-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781680486155

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Islamic Literature by Lucy Sackett Smith Pdf

Written in various languages, on multiple continents, and over many centuries, Islamic literature encompasses a rich and varied body of texts. While mention is made of key historical and religious works, this volume focuses on poetry and literary prose, whether popular or courtly in inspiration. Topics covered include dominant genres, recurring patterns in imagery, the influence of pre-Islamic Arabian literature, and the periods of development that Islamic literature passed through from the seventh century CE to the present day. This insightful and wide-ranging overview introduces readers to authors such as Yunus Emre, Rumi, ?afez, and Fuzuli of Baghdad. An invaluable resource!

Author : Kathleen Kuiper Manager, Arts and Culture
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 384 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2009-12-20
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615300297

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The Britannica Guide to Theories and Ideas That Changed the Modern World by Kathleen Kuiper Manager, Arts and Culture Pdf

Discusses the scientific and philosophical theories and ideas that have been turning points in modern civilization, highlighting the key figures and cultural perspectives behind each concept.

Author : Britannica Educational Publishing
Publisher : Britannica Educational Publishing
Page : 311 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615302215

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The Britannica Guide to The History of Mathematics by Britannica Educational Publishing Pdf

The field of mathematics today represents an ongoing global effort, spanning both countries and centuries. Through this in-depth narrative, students will learn how major mathematical concepts were first derived, as well as how they evolved with the advent of later thinkers shedding new light on various applications. Everything from Euclidean geometry to the philosophy of mathematics is illuminated as readers are transported to the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt, and beyond to discover the history of mathematical thought

Author : William L. Hosch Associate Editor, Science and Technology
Publisher : The Rosen Publishing Group, Inc
Page : 281 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2010-08-15
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781615301133

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The Britannica Guide to Algebra and Trigonometry by William L. Hosch Associate Editor, Science and Technology Pdf

Presents the concepts and applications of algebra and trigonometry, including information on the people behind the math and explanations to enhance understanding.

Author : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2009-03-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781593398507

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Britannica Guide to Russia by Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. Pdf

The Britannica Guide to Russia offers a panoramic view of Russia, telling the history of the nation since 1917 as well as the story of its culture, religion, arts, and literature in the twentieth century and beyond. Russia is one of the fastest growing economies in the world attracting billions of dollars of investment every year. As the nation re-emerges from the Cold War it is increasingly important to know where it is heading. Russia is a land of superlatives, it is also a country of extremes and by far the world’s largest country, it extends across the whole of northern Asia and the eastern third of Europe, spanning eleven time zones. The guide also covers the major places to visit such as Moscow, St Petersburg, and Kiev as well as a particular focus on the contemporary nation since the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Out of the ashes of the cold war, a new super power has emerged including the rise of the Oligarchs, the presidency of Vladimir Putin, and the role of Russia in the new world order.

Author : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Publisher : Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2008-10-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781593398460

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Britannica Guide to 100 Most Influential Scientists by Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc. Pdf

The 100 Most Influential Scientists is part of the Britannica Guide Series that offers a look into 100 scientists from Ancient Greece to the present day. The Britannica Guides series offers an essential introduction to many of the key issues of our time. Clear, accurate, and meticulously researched, the series gives both background and analysis for when you need to know for sure what is really happening in the world, whether you are an expert, student, or traveler.