Islam Lecture at William & Mary, April 8
Srdja Trifkovic will speak about what the West should know about Islam. Trifkovic is a notable historian, writer for the magazine Chronicles, and expert on Balkan politics. Has written The Sword of the Prophet, which is a book about the history and theology of Islam.
Date & Time: April 8, 2008; 8:00PM-10:00PM
Location: Small 113
Contact: jrkenn@wm.edu
Website: http://www.wm.edu/events.php
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