In words and pictures, 'The World Of Islam' showcases the best of almost a century of 'National Geographic' magazine's unique coverage of the history, culture, and religion of Islam. From Afghanistan to Mecca to Indonesia this book illuminates the fascinating diversity of the Islamic world.
Rich archival and contemporary photographs, selected from 1906 to the present, combine with evocative and informative text to provide a compelling, you-are-there portrait. A unique history puts into perspective the people and culture of Islam and how western understanding has grown and changed over time.
