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Islam
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and has over one billion followers. Most countries in the Middle East are predominantly Muslim, and Muslims make up the majority population in at least fifty-six countries. Despite this, Islam is not very well understood by non-Muslims in North America. Author Julie Williams explains the history of this great religion and the different ways it is observed in the world today. She addresses some of the controversial questions and the current events relating to Islam in order to help readers gain an understanding of Islamic religion and culture.
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Students in grades six and up who are preparing papers and debates receive an introduction to important issues and topics of the times that include bioethics, fighting the AIDS and HIV epidemic, and genetically engineered food. In China in the 21st Century the author shows how China has transformed from a communist to a more capitalistic model, though with significant state control. However, problems remainrestrictions on freedom of speech, human rights abuses, pollution, unrest, and corruption. Islam reveals that there are over one billion Muslims throughout the world, and Islam is the fastest-growing religion in the world. Williams explains the history of Islam and addresses current events and controversial questions about Islam in order to help people understand that religion.
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6-7 IL
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6-12+ GRL
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