Western Views Of Islam In Medieval And Early Mo... -: The book explores the complex process of "othering" Muslims, highlighting the tension between prevailing hostility and attempts at genuine cultural understanding. : It can be purchased or rented through academic publishers and major online retailers. Western Views of Islam in Medieval and Early Modern Europe Western Views of Islam in Medieval and Early Mo... : The work is accessible in multiple formats, including print and digital editions. : The book explores the complex process of : It tracks the shift from medieval depictions of Muslims as pagan idolaters or heretics to early modern "Orientalist" perspectives influenced by the rise of the Ottoman Empire. : It tracks the shift from medieval depictions is a collection of scholarly essays edited by David R. Blanks and Michael Frassetto , first published in 1999. The volume examines the diverse and evolving attitudes of European religious and secular writers toward Islam from the Middle Ages through the early modern period. Key Features and Content |