Surveying the life, aims, character and inspiration of Muhammad, this classic introduction explains the history, form and chronology of the Qur'an, and gives the views of Muslim and Occidental scholars.
Gary Watt Knihy






The Making Sense of Politics, Media, and Law
Rhetorical Performance as Invention, Creation, Production
- 376 stránek
- 14 hodin čtení
Exploring the concept of "making," this book delves into controversies surrounding law, politics, and media, addressing topics such as transgender identity and cancel culture. It offers fresh insights across various academic fields, including law, media, gender studies, and psychology, highlighting the intersections of artefaction, crafting, and fiction. This interdisciplinary approach encourages readers to reconsider established narratives and understand the complexities of contemporary societal issues.
Shakespeare and the Law
- 208 stránek
- 8 hodin čtení
Focusing on the interplay between law and drama, this book explores how Shakespeare utilized legal themes not for technical precision, but to enhance conflict and narrative tension. It delves into the ways legal disputes and the manipulation of rules serve as catalysts for the dramatic elements in his works, highlighting the playwright's innovative approach to intertwining legal concepts with human experience.
Islam and the Integration of Society
- 304 stránek
- 11 hodin čtení
Ths book is one of the most important to explore the formation of Islamic thought and civilisation. William Montgomery Watt made an outstanding contribution to Islamic scholarship.
Trusts and Equity
- 624 stránek
- 22 hodin čtení
The seventh edition of Trusts & Equity builds on the successful approach taken in previous editions and continues to offer students a thorough and enthusiastic analysis of this complex field of law. Drawing on years of experience as a teacher, writer, and researcher, Gary Watt brings a lively, engaging approach to the subject in this detailed text. Framing the study of trusts and equity within a unique conceptual framework of the four key perspectives, precedent, principle, policy, and pragmatism, Watt explains the reasons behind key decisions with clarity and rigour. The subject is brought to life through engaging cultural and historical references, placing the law within contexts that readers will relate to. This book encourages you to engage actively with the subject and to think critically about its central issues. For further details on new cases and legislation included in this edition, please see page xi. Book jacket.
Cases & materials on equity & trusts
- 584 stránek
- 21 hodin čtení
This revised and updated text contains a range of relevant, interesting case law, statutory material, academic extracts and official proposals for law reform. A companion web site featuring web links and case updates ensures students have access to the latest materials