Eman's review
No god but God: The Origins, Evolution, and Future of Islam
by Reza Aslan
Eman's review
No god but God: The Origins, Evolution, and Future of Islam by Reza Aslan
Eman's review
rating:
recommended for: history-philes, those interested in a more contextual Islamic history
I'm about 2/3 done with this. Despite the fact that I disagree with Aslan on numerous points, I think his peripheral vision of the history of Islam is very cohesive and he doesn't leave anything out. He solidified his point of view beautifully. I have yet to read the rest, which is more of a meditation on the evolution of Islam post-Khomeini.
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Okay, I loved it. He presented his point holistically and immersed it in context, justification, and logic. Whether or not you contest Aslan's points, they are well-formed and rational. He explicates events in the development of Islam and subtly frames how they structure Islam today. He simply suggests facts and hints at his inclinations, and rather than imposing his conclusion, he brilliantly escorts a logical mind to another perspective. I honestly loved this book. He told a story in all its details and nuances and did not compromise the real facts. Even some of his seemingly dubious points are very well-researched and supported. If y...more
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Okay, I loved it. He presented his point holistically and immersed it in context, justification, and logic. Whether or not you contest Aslan's points, they are well-formed and rational. He explicates events in the development of Islam and subtly frames how they structure Islam today. He simply suggests facts and hints at his inclinations, and rather than imposing his conclusion, he brilliantly escorts a logical mind to another perspective. I honestly loved this book. He told a story in all its details and nuances and did not compromise the real facts. Even some of his seemingly dubious points are very well-researched and supported. If y...more
