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Title: Historical Dictionary of the Ismailis
Author : Farhad Daftary
Release Date : January 30, 2011
Genre: Middle East,Books,History,Religion & Spirituality,Islam,Reference,Dictionaries & Thesauruses,
Pages : * pages
Size : 9273 KB

Description

This comprehensive new reference work is the first of its kind on the Ismailis and presents a summary of the findings of modern scholarship on the Ismaili Shia Muslims and different facets of their heritage. The dictionary covers all phases of Ismaili history as well as the main doctrines of the community. It includes an introductory chapter, which provides a broad historical survey of the Ismailis, followed by alphabetical entries on all major aspects of the community, such as key figures, institutions, traditions, and doctrines. It also contains a chronology, genealogical tables, a glossary, and a substantial bibliography. This book is an excellent access point for students, researchers, and anyone wanting to know more about the Ismailis.