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Islamic Faith in America, Second Edition
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  • Authored by: James A. Beverley; Series Editor: J. Gordon Melton
  • From the Series: Faith in America
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  • ISBN-10: 1438140355
  • ISBN-13: 978-1-4381-4035-3
  • Status: In Stock
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  • Imprint: Facts On File
  • Published: 12/01/2012
  • Dewey Number: 297
  • Reading Level: Grades 6-12

Summary

As the second-largest world religion, Islam is also one of the fastest-growing religions in the United States. Since the events of September 11, 2001, there has been an increased interest in Islam and a desire for Americans to understand this faith. This book will help students comprehend the basic history and beliefs of this intricate religion.

Islamic Faith in America, Second Edition explores the impact of Muslims on American culture, social issues, and politics and offers a glimpse into the lives of the most important and influential Muslims in this country. Readers will be introduced to the daily lifestyle of Muslims in America, their connections to other Muslims around the world, the influence of Islamic nations on the shape of Muslim life in the United States, and Islam's role in American history.

New and updated coverage includes:

  • The development and growth of the Nation of Islam movement
  • The reaction of the American Muslim community to events of September 11, 2001
  • Muslims in television and film
  • Crisis in Palestine
  • Dalia Mogahed
  • The work of Islamic groups in various social welfare and community-building activities, often in inner cities
  • The challenge of American Muslims to live as Americans and as Muslims and remain true to both ideals.

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About the Author(s)

James A. Beverley is professor of Christian thought and ethics at Tyndale University, and has written extensively on world and new religions. An expert on the relationship between Christianity and Islam, he has written two other books on Islam and has met with Muslim leaders in America and around the world. Beverley is also the associate director of the Institute for the Study of American Religion.

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