The World of Islam

In words and pictures, "The World of Islam" is a timely showcase of National Geographic magazine's unique coverage of the history, culture, and religion of Islam over nearly a hundred years. Informative and revealing, the volume features the eloquent photography, detailed maps, and balanced, well-researched writing for which the magazine is renowned. The long, rich tradition of Islam and its often far-flung and exotic locales are revisited in the book. Articles are arranged chronologically—from the fierce Afghan frontier in the days of Rudyard Kipling to the mosques and minarets of Mecca at the start of a new millennium. As the world seeks to understand the factors that motivate current events, here is an unparalleled panorama of the world of Islam—a volume that provides fresh insight and puts into perspective the evolution of Western perception and understanding of Islam over time.