The Qur'an - A Norton Critical Edition

This Norton Critical Edition is based on a revised and annotated version of the Pickthall translation of the Qur'an. Topics include the scholarly traditions of the study of qur'anic origins; the centuries of commentary, analysis and intellectual dissemination that have created a library of qur'anic literature; the history of translations; and the ways the Qur'an informs Muslim life and culture. Also included are texts representing the full spectrum of Islamic religious thought and a selected bibliography.

Summary

Jane McAuliffe introduces the Qur’an as a living scripture, preparing readers for an informed encounter with the text.

Product details

• Assisted by: Jane Dammen Mcauliffe (Editor)
• Publisher: Blue Guides Limited of London
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 31.01.2017
• EAN: 9780393927054
• ISBN: 978-0-393-92705-4
• No. of pages: 688
• Dimensions: 142 mm x 231 mm x 23 mm
• Weight: 522 g
• Series: Norton Critical Editions; Norton Critical Editions
• Subject: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Other religions