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The Islamic Enlightenment

By Christopher de Bellaigue

The Islamic Enlightenment Religion & Esotericism

The Islamic Enlightenment

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The Muslim world has often been accused of a failure to modernise, reform and adapt. But, from the beginning of the nineteenth century to the present day, Islamic society in its Middle Eastern heartlands has in fact been transformed by modern ideals and practices, including the adoption of modern medicine, the emergence of women from purdah and the development of democracy. Who were the scholars and scientists, writers and politicians that brought about these remarkable changes? And why is their legacy now under threat? Beginning with the dramatic collision of East and West following Napoleon's arrival in Egypt, and taking us through 200 tumultuous years of Middle Eastern history, Christopher de Bellaigue introduces us to key figures and reformers; from Egypt's visionary ruler Muhammad Ali to brave radicals like Iran's first feminist Qurrat al-Ayn and the writer Ibrahim Sinasi, who transformed Ottoman Turkey's language and literature. This book tells the forgotten story of the Islamic Enlightenment. It shows us how to look beyond sensationalist headlines to foster a genuine understanding of modern Islam and Muslim culture, and is essential reading for anyone engaged with the state of the world today.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
398
Release Date:
2017-02-23
Publication Date:
2017-01-31
Publisher:
Random House UK Ltd
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN10:
1847922422
ISBN13:
9781847922427
Weight:
705 g
Height:
151 cm
Width:
233 cm
Thickness:
38 cm
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