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In the Shade of the Qur'an. Fi Zilal al-Qur'an. Volume XI. Surahs 16-20. Al-Nahl - Ta Ha

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Year 2007 Edition year
Pages 468 Long-form read
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In a quick read, In the Shade of the Qur'an. Fi Zilal al-Qur'an. Volume XI. Surahs 16-20. Al-Nahl - Ta Ha by Sayyid Quṭb comes across as a backlist title with a clear setup and an easy way in. The copy on hand shows 2007 • Islamic Foundation • 468 pages, useful if you want to gauge size and reading commitment.

Edition on file: 2007 • Islamic Foundation • 468 pages • ISBN 9780860374251.

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This one stands out through its reading feel more than through dry edition details: Idea-led • Deep dive.

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In the Shade of the Qur'an. Fi Zilal al-Qur'an. Volume XI. Surahs 16-20. Al-Nahl - Ta Ha by Sayyid Quṭb feels like a more substantial book with a clear setup and an easy way in.

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