Islamic law : a very short introduction /
Mashood A. Baderin.
- 1 online resource (176 pages) : illustrations (black and white).
- Very short introductions .
- Very short introductions. .
Also issued in print: 2021.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Islamic law is one of the major legal systems in the world today, yet it is often misunderstood, particularly in the West. This book provides a critical overview of the theory, scope, and practice of Islamic law, taking into account both classical and modern scholarly perspectives in examining the various facets of this key legal system.