Binding: Paperback
Description: Very Short Introductions: Brilliant Sharp Inspiring Islamic law is one of the major legal systems in the world today yet it is often misunderstood particularly in the West. It is applicable in different forms as part of state law in countries across the Middle East Asia and Africa and also has a strong influence on Muslim communities throughout the Western world. This Very Short Introduction provides an authoritative perspective on the evolution and nature of Islamic law. Mashood A. Baderin considers its theory covering the history and nature of Islamic jurisprudence; its scope covering Family Law Inheritance Law Financial Law Penal Law and International Law; and finally its practice. He takes into account both classical and modern scholarly perspectives in examining the various facets of Islamic law to provide an overview of this key legal system. About THE Series: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket - sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts analysis perspective new ideas and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.
Title: Islamic Law: A Very Short Introduction
Author(s): Baderin Mashood A. (Professor Of Law School Of Law Soas University Of London)
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Barcode: 9780199665594
Pages: 176 Pages, 8 Black & White Illustrations
Publication Date: 5/3/2021
Series: Very Short Introductions
Category: Islamic Law