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Introduction to the Qur’an
- By: Martyn Oliver, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Professor Martyn Oliver
- Length: 5 hrs and 48 mins
- Original Recording
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 604
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 520
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 513
Often, much of what is misunderstood about Islam is the result of a lack of information - and some dangerous and prolific myths. To combat these myths and better understand the complex Islamic tradition, Dr. Martyn Oliver, a senior professorial lecturer at American University, presents 12 in-depth lectures to provide you with a multifaceted approach to Muhammad, Islam, and the revelation known today as the Qur'an.
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5 out of 5 stars
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A Fine Survey
- By Mark on 10-13-19
- Introduction to the Qur’an
- By: Martyn Oliver, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: Professor Martyn Oliver
Good introduction
Reviewed: 12-13-20
Good introduction to various ideas in the Quran and Muslim thought. I was hoping for something more critical, such as academic theories of authorship, etc.
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The Persian Empire
- By: John W. Lee, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: John W. Lee
- Length: 11 hrs and 59 mins
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Overall4.5 out of 5 stars 1,235
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Performance4.5 out of 5 stars 1,104
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Story4.5 out of 5 stars 1,095
Over the span of 24 fascinating lectures, you'll take on the role of a history detective to discover the truth about the Persian Empire. You'll discover the key to the empire's success lay in its greatest rulers, each of whom played a critical role in shaping and strengthening a civilization we still remember today. Take this opportunity to complete your understanding of the ancient world and discover the humanity of the ancient Persians.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Ancient History Does Not Get Much Better Than This
- By John Wayne on 05-19-14
- The Persian Empire
- By: John W. Lee, The Great Courses
- Narrated by: John W. Lee
Full of information, but a bit boring
Reviewed: 06-03-20
More about famous kings than about Persian lifestyle, which is what I really wanted to hear. There was some info about Persian society. I struggled to understand the relationship between various kings, etc.
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