"Covering the origins, key features, and legacy of the Islamic tradition, the third edition of A New Introduction to Islam includes new material on Islam in the 21st century and discussions of the impact of historical ideas, literature, and movements on contemporary trends. Includes updated and rewritten chapters on the Qur'an and hadith literature that covers important new academic research ; Compares the practice of Islam in different Islamic countries, as well as acknowledging the differences within Islam as practiced in Europe ; Features study questions for each chapter and more illustrative material, charts, and excerpts from primary sources"--Provided by publisher.