Islam: Its Law and Society

Jamila Hussain explains the basic principles of the religion of Islam and its law (the Shariah), and how the Shariah is lived in the context of many different cultures throughout the world.Now in its second edition, this book is ideal for those who wish to acquire an introductory knowledge of Islamic law and culture in general and within Australian society in particular.The discussion includes:a brief history of Islamic history and civilisationthe development of Islamic law and how it is applied in modern conditionsthe position of women in Islam and the growth of Islamic feminismfamily law and inheritancemodern reproductive technologycriminal law and evidencebanking and commercial lawthe Australian Muslim community.A new chapter examines Islamic laws of war and peace, and contemporary rulings on the conduct of Muslims in times of war.Hussain, Jamila is the author of 'Islam: Its Law and Society', published 2003 under ISBN 9781862874992 and ISBN 1862874999.