A History Of Islamic Societies by Ira M. Lapidus
A comprehensive survey tracing the formation and evolution of Muslim societies from the seventh century to the present, showing how religious ideas, political institutions, economic change, and social structures interacted across the Middle East, North Africa, Central and South Asia, and Southeast Asia. It examines the rise and transformation of empires and states, urban life, scholarly and Sufi networks, family and tribal organization, and patterns of trade and migration, highlighting the diversity of regional experiences. The work also assesses the impacts of colonialism, nationalism, and globalization, explaining the emergence of modern nation-states and the range of contemporary Islamic movements.
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 900-1100
- Original Language
- English
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