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Author
Series
Pub. Date
2015.
Language
English
Formats
Description
From the barbarians of ISIS to the terror tactics of Al-Qaeda and its offshoots, to the impending threat of a nuclear Iran, those motivated by extreme fundamentalist Islamic faith have the power to endanger and kill millions. The conflict with them will not end until we face the truth about those who find their inspiration and justification in the religion itself.
7) I am Muslim
Author
Series
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Pub. Date
1996
Accelerated Reader
IL: LG - BL: 3.6 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Introduces the fundamentals of Islam through the eyes of a Muslim child living in Detroit.
Author
Publisher
Visible Ink Press
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Description
"In an age of continued Middle East volatility, religious extremists, and terrorist threats, the mere mention of Islam and Muslims too often provokes misunderstanding and even rancor. Often overlooked are the important links between the Qur'an and the Bible. Also ignored are the significant historical overlap between Islamic interpretation of history with those of Christianity and Judaism, including the monotheistic belief in a single God. Islam is...
Author
Publisher
Delacorte Press
Pub. Date
c2012
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG+ - BL: 8.3 - AR Pts: 8
Language
English
Description
Describes the author's years as a member of the Islamic faith, discussing the varied questions she fielded from others regarding diet, dress, prayers, and holidays, while providing an introduction to Islam that examines its traditions and beliefs.
12) The everything understanding Islam book: a complete guide to Muslim beliefs, practices, and culture
Author
Series
Publisher
Adams Media Corp
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Publisher
Kisa Kids Publications
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
"Join Hakima and Hadi as they learn that Allah is everywhere! Their parents teach them that even though we cannot see Allah, we remember Him in our hearts! He is always with us and sees all the good and bad deeds we do!"--Back cover.
14) The Islam book
Series
Publisher
DK Publishing, Penguin Random House
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
This comprehensive, accessible, and factual guide to Islam is essential to understanding the world's fastest-growing religion. This essential guide to Islam covers every aspect of the Muslim faith and its history - from the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the teachings of the Koran to Islam in the 21st century. Celebrating the scientific, literary, and artistic achievements of the Islamic Golden Age and the ideas of philosophers and theologians across...
Publisher
Islamic Foundation
Pub. Date
[1992]
Language
English
Description
An anthology of selections from the Qur'an in contemporary English on topics ranging from the story of Creation and the idea of God to politics and economics. Compiled by three scholars, including T. B. Irving, the first American to translate the Qur'an into English, with a helpful introduction, extensive glossary and an index of Qur'anic verses.
Author
Publisher
Essential Library, an imprint of Abdo Publishing
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Understanding Islam covers the history of Islam and explores how the religion has evolved and expanded. Readers learn about worship practices, women's roles, and the world contributions Muslims have made. This title also discusses the discrimination Muslims have faced in the West, and explores controversies surrounding terrorism."-- provided by publisher.
Author
Publisher
Rockridge Press
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
A revealing guide to understanding the principles of Islam. With more than 1.8 billion followers worldwide, Islam is one of the world's largest religions, but it is also one that is poorly understood by many Americans. Islam Explained offers an informative overview of the faith, helping those who are new to Islam foster cultural awareness while also providing those already familiar with it the opportunity to deepen their understanding. Whether you...
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