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Turner, James S. – Humanities, 1990
Traces briefly the history of Islam. Discusses the compilation of the Encyclopedia of Islam, Volumes I and II, a project funded by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). Delineates the differences between Volume I and II, illustrating the importance of the encyclopedia for Islamic scholars. Includes a short summary of other NEH-supported…
Descriptors: Encyclopedias, Endowment Funds, Islam, Islamic Culture
Wires, Richard – Indiana Social Studies Quarterly, 1983
The news media constantly uses words and references that require specific knowledge and understanding if the public is to grasp the substance and implications of events and developments concerning the Islamic religion. Most frequently encountered Islamic terms and ideas are explained. (RM)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Definitions, Foreign Countries, Fundamental Concepts
