<p><strong>The world's leading Islamicist offers a concise introduction to this rich and diverse tradition of 1.2 billion adherents.</strong></p><p> In this informative and clear introduction to the world of Islam, Seyyed Hossein Nasr explores the following topics in depth: </p><p> -What Is Islam? </p><p> -The Doctrines and Beliefs of Islam</p><p> -Islamic Practices and Institutions </p><p> -The History of Islam</p><p> -Schools of Islamic Thought </p><p> -Islam in the Contemporary World</p><p> -Islam and Other Religions </p><p> -The Spiritual and Religious Significance of Islam </p><p> </strong></strong></p>