People of the Book
the forgotten history of islam and the west
$38.37
- Paperback
352 pages
- Release Date
31 December 2007
Summary
People of the Book: A History of Harmony and Discord
We live in a world polarized by the ongoing conflict between Muslims, Christians and Jews, but - in an extraordinary narrative spanning fourteen centuries - Zachary Karabell argues that the relationship between Islam and the West has never been simply one of animosity and competition, but has also comprised long periods of cooperation and coexistence.
Through a rich tapestry of stories and a compelling cast of characters, …
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780719567551 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 0719567556 |
| Author: | Zachary Karabell |
| Publisher: | John Murray Press |
| Imprint: | John Murray Publishers Ltd |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 352 |
| Release Date: | 31 December 2007 |
| Weight: | 254g |
| Dimensions: | 198mm x 131mm x 24mm |
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Critics Review
‘This is an intelligent and continuously interesting book test’
This is an intelligent and continuously interesting book test - Allan Massie, Daily Telegraph
Excellent … in its considered and balanced way, this book is an impassioned plea not to leave the field to the demagogues who believe in a showdown of warring cultures - Waterstone’s Books QuarterlyA stimulating book with burning contemporary relevance - MetroAbout The Author
Zachary Karabell
Zachary Karabell studied History at Columbia and has a further degree in Modern Middle East Studies from Oxford and a doctorate from Harvard. He has written widely on religion and human rights, American politics, foreign policy and international affairs.
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