THE NO-NONSENSE GUIDE TO ISLAM

Book Details

• Publisher: Rawat Publications

• Author: Merryl Wyn Davies, Ziauddin Sardar

• Language: English

• Edition: 2005

• ISBN: 817033943X

• Pages: 142

• Cover: Paperback

About the Book

Merryl Wyn Davies and Ziauddin Sardar offer a comprehensive exploration of Islam and its complexities in this insightful paperback edition, published by Rawat Publications. With 142 pages, this book responds to widespread misconceptions about Islam, particularly in the aftermath of the September 11, 2001 attacks, which deepened associations of Islam with violence and terrorism.

The authors examine key concepts in Islam and its rich history, offering explanations of foundational aspects such as The Qur’an, Sirah, and the era of the Rightly Guided Caliphs. They also explore Islam’s historical expansion, the role of civilization and learning, and the Islam-West relationship. Through this, they call for reforms within Islam and a rejection of bigotry from the West, aiming to uncover the true essence of Islam as a faith centered on peace and justice.

With chapters such as Reform Movements, Contemporary Issues, and Beyond the Impasse, this book serves as both an academic and accessible guide to understanding Islam and advocating for urgent dialogue and reform.

Merryl Wyn Davies, a writer and anthropologist, and Ziauddin Sardar, a cultural critic and broadcaster, offer their expertise to dismantle misconceptions and open the door to a more nuanced understanding of Islam.