Al-Kindi: The Father of Islamic Philosophy

by Bridget Lim

Al-Kindi is believed by many scholars to be the first Islamic philosopher. At a time when Europe was plunged into the Dark Ages, the Islamic world was experiencing an important time of cultural growth and scientific advancement. While many considered Muslim students of ancient Greek philosophers to be infidels, al-Kindi was able to master the scholarship while interpreting it through his Muslim faith. His conclusions always supported the teachings...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1508171386
• ISBN13: 9781508171386
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.1"
• Age Range: 11 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 6 to 12