Shrine And Cult of Mu'in Al-din Chishti of Ajmer

"The reissue of this classic on Shaykh Mu'in al-din Chishti, one of the most revered mystics of the Indian subcontinent, has been long awaited. Currie places him in a historical context, pointing to his social and cultural importance and also traces the history of the shrine at Ajmer in Rajasthan, an important centre of pilgrimage even today. This well written and researched classic will appeal to all visitors to Chishti's dargah. Students and scholars of religion, Islamic studies, history, and philosophy will find it a valuable addition to their repertoire."--BOOK JACKET.Currie, P. M. is the author of 'Shrine And Cult of Mu'in Al-din Chishti of Ajmer ', published 2007 under ISBN 9780195683295 and ISBN 0195683293.