However,it is not merely the tension that exists between the Islamic religion and other religions. The Islamic religion is indeed facing hard times. In his conclusion he puts a warning “like the previous reformations, this will be a horrifying event, an event that has begun engulfing the world” (Reza, 2006). In this book he points out that the essence of his writing by insisting that the book is basically an argument that objectively aims at reform. He however says that, the latter does not bother him a bit because “there’s no higher calling than to defend one’s faith” especially amidst ignorance and sheer hatred. Another group however, will also declare him and an apologist. He writes in his book that a time is coming when he will be denounced an apostate by a group of people. While might claim to be a mere scholar of the Islamic Reformation, he is also one of its most articulate advocates.The author of this book Reza Aslan is an Iranian-American and a Shia by persuasion. 'Thoroughly engaging and excellently written. For many troubled Muslims, this book will feel like a revelation, an opening up of knowledge too long buried.' - The Independent (U.K.) an incisive, scholarly primer in Muslim history and an engaging personal exploration.' -The New York Times Book Review

' Aslan offers an invaluable introduction to the forces that have shaped Islam eloquent, erudite paean to Islam in all of its complicated glory.' -Los Angeles Times Book Review

a literate, accessible introduction to Islam.' -The New York Times 'Grippingly narrated and thoughtfully examined. Timely and persuasive, No god but God is an elegantly written account that explains this magnificent yet misunderstood faith. He also provides an update on the contemporary Muslim women's movement, a discussion of the controversy over veiling in Europe, an in-depth history of Jihadism, and a look at how Muslims living in North America and Europe are changing the face of Islam. Aslan explores what the popular demonstrations pushing for democracy in the Middle East mean for the future of Islam in the region, how the Internet and social media have affected Islam's evolution, and how the war on terror has altered the geopolitical balance of power in the Middle East.

This updated edition addresses the events of the past decade, analyzing how they have influenced Islam's position in modern culture. In No god but God, internationally acclaimed scholar Reza Aslan explains Islam-the origins and evolution of the faith-in all its beauty and complexity. A fascinating, accessible introduction to Islam from the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Zealot and host of BelieverįINALIST FOR THE GUARDIAN FIRST BOOK AWARD

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