ISBN-13: 9780872432314

In Selections from the Koran the renowned Arabic scholar, Edward William Lane, introduces non-Muslim readers to the book which is almost certainly the most widely read book in existence since the use of the Koran in public worship, in schools and households in the Muslim world is much more extensive that the reading of the Bible in most Christian countries. Part of the Public Library Seris designed for the traveler, the commuter, readers who prefer their books to be portable yet substantial, easily affordable and handsomely packaged. Each volume is only slightly larger than a deck of playing cards, costs only $4.95 but in 192 pages provides a complete work of substance and quality that will fit easily into a purse or the pockets of a business suit.