The Qur'an Style and Contents |
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Editor:
| Rippin, Andrew |
Series title: | The Formation of the Classical Islamic World Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-86078-700-6 |
Publication Date: | Oct 2001 |
Publisher: | Routledge
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $340.00 |
Book Description:
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The Qur'an: Style and Contents reveals the variety of approaches followed within the study of the text. From Nöldeke's examination of style through Arkoun's project for the future, these scholarly statements reflect the historical development of the discipline, while providing overviews of key elements for the understanding of the Qur'an.This volume is one of two edited by Andrew Rippin which are designed to complement one another, and to comprehend the principal trends in modern...
More DescriptionThe Qur'an: Style and Contents reveals the variety of approaches followed within the study of the text. From Nöldeke's examination of style through Arkoun's project for the future, these scholarly statements reflect the historical development of the discipline, while providing overviews of key elements for the understanding of the Qur'an.This volume is one of two edited by Andrew Rippin which are designed to complement one another, and to comprehend the principal trends in modern scholarship on the Qur'an. Both volumes are provided with a new introduction by the editor, analysing this scholarship, and providing references for further study.