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Islam And The West

Series Overview

East and West, Islam and Christianity - there are more similarities between these cultures than we think. This program traces the history of Islam in the light of its reception in the West. It reconstructs the multi-cultural world of the 7th century between Mecca, the Mediterranean and the Persian Gulf. It conjures up the up the golden age of Islam in the Middle Ages.

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Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 3 Episodes

Air Date Window

2009 – 2009

Premiered: Sat, May 16, 2009

Created By

Creative Production Team

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sat, May 23, 2009

Season 1, Episode 3: “The Challenge”

In modern times, the balance of power between East and West shifted. What caused the rupture between the Islamic and the Christian worlds? This episode covers 400 years of history beginning with the definitive routing of the Ottomans at the gates of Vienna in 1683. But while Muslim pirates foster the slave trade off Europe's coasts, Muslims are not involved in the great voyages of discovery

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Georg Graffe

Department Leadership Roster

Georg Graffe

Director

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What is Islam And The West about?

East and West, Islam and Christianity - there are more similarities between these cultures than we think. This program traces the history of Islam in the light of its reception in the West. It reconstructs the multi-cultural world of the 7th century between Mecca, the Mediterranean and the Persian Gulf. It conjures up the up the golden age of Islam in the Middle Ages.

How many seasons does Islam And The West have?

Islam And The West comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in Islam And The West?

Key cast members in Islam And The West include Andrew Solomon.

Who created or directed Islam And The West?

Islam And The West was developed and directed by Georg Graffe.