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The contributors are distinguished historians and scholars specializing in Islamic studies, Middle Eastern history, and world civilizations. Their collective expertise provides a balanced and authoritative account of the Islamic world's evolution.

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The Islamic World: A History

The Islamic World: A History

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This comprehensive volume presents a chronological and thematic overview of Islamic civilization from its origins in the 7th century to the modern era. Written by leading scholars, it explores the political, cultural, and intellectual developments that shaped the Islamic world, including the rise of empires, the spread of Islam, and the interactions between Muslim societies and the wider world.

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Origins of Islam in the 7th Century

The story begins in the deserts of Arabia during a time of tribal divisions, polytheism, and social inequity. Into this world came Muhammad ibn Abd Allah, a merchant from Mecca whose reflections and revelations reshaped the destiny of millions. The Qur’an was revealed to him as a message of monothei...

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The Establishment and Expansion of the Early Caliphates

Following the Prophet’s death, leadership passed to the Rashidun Caliphs—Abu Bakr, Umar, Uthman, and Ali—who laid the administrative foundations of an empire. They extended Islam’s influence beyond Arabia through diplomacy and conquest, establishing systems of taxation, justice, and governance. Thei...

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