The Koran

N. J. Dawood's English translation has introduced generations of English-speaking readers to the scripture of Islam, and this Penguin Classics edition presents it in a clear, readable format. The text is the sacred book of Muslims, arranged in suras and recited daily by believers around the world; here it appears in prose English intended for study and general reading rather than for ritual recitation. Editorial material places the work in its historical setting, which helps anyone approaching it for the first time through a course in religion, history or literature. Details that matter: • A widely circulated English translation published in the Penguin Classics series • A prose rendering aimed at readability for non-specialist readers • Supporting editorial notes that give historical and cultural context • A reference volume for coursework in religion, history and world literature Appropriate for students of Islam, readers of comparative religion and anyone seeking an accessible English translation, available from Boipoka.