The Evolution of Fiqh (Paper back cover)

The Evolution of Fiqh: Islamic Law and the Madh-habs by Dr. Abu Ameenah Bilal Philips
This book presents a brief overview of the historical development of Islamic law and its schools of jurisprudence (the madh-habs). It identifies the main reason for the appearance of the madh-habs and the factors leading to differences among them, with a call to understanding juristic differences and removing them where possible.