Islamic Desk Reference: Compiled from the Encyclopaedia of Islam - Van Donzel

Condensed from The Encyclopedia of Islam , a one-volume quick reference for journalists, teachers, students, and others who need basic information about the history, culture, believers, and countries of Islam. All entries are given in English, in the spelling most common now, for example Avicenna and alcohol rather than the original Ibn Sina and al-Kuhl. Includes a few maps and eight color photographs.

1994 hardcover with dust jacket and 492 pages in very good condition.