The History of Islamic Political Thought, Second Edition: From the Prophet to the Present second edition by Antony Black (Author)

The History of Islamic Political Thought (Second Edition): From the Prophet to the Present

Author: Antony Black
Edition: Second Edition
Binding: Paperback
Paper Quality: Standard white academic-grade paper
Category: Islamic Studies, Political Thought, History
Recommended For:

• CSS, PMS, and competitive exam aspirants

• Students of Islamic political philosophy

• Scholars of Middle Eastern and Islamic history

• Readers interested in the evolution of governance in the Muslim world

Key Points:

1. Comprehensive Historical Coverage
   Traces Islamic political thought from the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to the modern Islamic movements of the 21st century.

2. Classical to Contemporary
   Explores early Caliphate models, the rise of dynasties, contributions of thinkers like Al-Farabi, Al-Mawardi, Al-Ghazali, Ibn Khaldun, and extends to modern reformers and Islamists.

3. Thematic and Analytical Approach
   Analyzes key political concepts in Islam such as shura (consultation), caliphate, justice, power, and law, showing their evolution across centuries.

4. Engagement with Western Thought
   Discusses Islam's interaction with colonialism, secularism, and modern democratic ideas, offering a nuanced perspective of East-West political dialogue.

5. Updated Second Edition
   Includes expanded material on modern Islamic ideologies, political developments post-9/11, and the impact of globalization and the Arab Spring.

6. Academic and Accessible
   Balanced between rigorous scholarship and readability, making it suitable for both university coursework and self-study.

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Writer                 ✤       Antony Black (Author)