Islam Explained is a book that teaches the basics and history of Islam, including the history of Muhammad and the rise and decline of the Islamic society. It also explains the differences in the sects of Islam, along with an explanation of the Taliban and other organizations that claim to be Islam.

This book explains in very simple terms and brings to light an understanding of the Islamic religion in a historical manner.

I liked that it was written in a very simple format, as though in conversation with a child. For someone who does not understand the fundamentals of something, using a simple format makes understanding much easier. I also liked that it dispelled some of the myths and common thinking among Western civilizations.

I didn't like that it didn't go into extreme detail about some issues.

I wanted to explain what I learned to the nearest person, and let them know that Islam is much more open minded than many people think.

It made me feel happy to learn something new, and to have many of the untruths righted. I was glad that I had gained a new understanding of a religion I knew very little about.

The author explains things in the simplest terms, even going so far as to explain the meanings of words and how it applies to Islam and the Muslim community.

This book is a very good reference when wanting to learn more about a religion you know very little about.

If you don't have an open mind, you will not enjoy it or learn anything from it.

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