A History of Islamic Societies by Lapidus, Ira M - 1990

Cambridge University Press. Used - Good. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages.

Cambridge University Press, 1990-01-26. Paperback. Very good. 6.02x1.89x9.02. Used: VERY GOOD. ______ A History of Islamic Societies provides an authoritative and comprehensive treatment of the civilisations and patterns of life of Muslims throughout the world. Part I deals with the formative era of Islamic civilisation from the revelation of the Qur'an to the Thirteenth century and examines the transformation of Islam from a complex of doctrines and cultural systems into the organising principles of Middle Eastern Society. Part II traces the creation of similar societies in the Balkans, North Africa, Central Asia, China, India, Southeast Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Part III considers the transformation of these societies under the forces of technological change, industrial revolution and European imperialism. It describes the emergence of modern economies, national states and secular ideologies in Muslim countries and seeks to assess the role of past Islamic institutions and present Islamic… Read More

Cambridge University Press, 1990-01-26. New Ed. paperback. Used: Good.

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Cambridge University Press. Used - Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

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Cambridge University Press, 1988-01-01. Paperback. Good. 1.9000 9.0000 5.9000. Staining to the page edges. Markings and underlining throughout the pages.

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Cambridge University Press, 1990. Book. Fine. Soft cover. Fresh & newlooking copy. Lower page ends with a light dusting. Benefits the Friends of the Albany, CA Library. .

Cambridge University Press, 1993. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. Book contains pen & pencil markings. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1500grams, ISBN:9780521295499