Classical Islam: A History 600-1258

Classical Islam: A History 600-1258 traces the formative centuries that shaped Islamic civilization. This comprehensive work examines the political, cultural, and religious developments from the Prophet Muhammad's era through the fall of the Abbasid Caliphate. Readers gain insight into the expansion of Islamic empires, the flourishing of scholarship in mathematics, astronomy, and philosophy, and the intricate theological debates that defined classical Islamic thought. Essential for students of history, religion, and Middle Eastern studies seeking authoritative understanding of this transformative period.