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Islamic Studies Online
Oxford Islamic Studies Online
Oxford Islamic Studies Online features reference content and commentary by renowned scholars in areas such as global Islamic history, concepts, people, practices, politics, and culture. Oxford Islamic Studies Online features 5,000 A–Z reference entries, chapters from scholarly and introductory works, Qur'anic materials, primary sources, images, maps, and timelines.
1-year access to this resource is made available through the NEH and ALA Muslim Journeys Grant.
Requires a JCLC card and residence in Birmingham, AL.
Full Text Available.
Remote Access Available.
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