"Geddes's bibliography lists 1,069 reference works on the history, culture, society, and faith of Muslim peoples from the time of Muhammad to 1924. English-language works predominate, with additional references to Western European, Cyrillic, Arabic script, and Asian language materials. Most entries are complete bibliographically and well annotated. A 79-page author/title/subject index aids in use of the bibliography." (From the CHOICE review by M. Hamilton)

This guide is geared for users without formal education in Islam. Most items are in English and were published before 1976. The guide covers journals and books and includes a few French and German studies. Entries are annotated. There are author and subject indexes.

"Focuses in particular on the impact of Islamic culture in medieval Europe [...] Not intended to be exhaustive, it presents works mostly of a social science/humanities orientation, particularly on early Islamic social thought." (from the ARBA review by Lucy Duhon).

"This introduction to Islamic literature that is available in English translation includes eight chapters: "Qur'an: Text and Translation"; "Traditions: Hadith"; "Exegesis of the Qur'an: Tafsir"; "Law and Legal Theory: Shari'a and Fiqh"; "History and Historiography: Ta'rikh"; "Philosophy: Falsafa"; "Theology: Kalam"; and "Spirituality and Mysticism: Tasawwuf." [...] In several instances chapters are further subdivided by historical periods, sectarian perspectives, or significant authors. This volume presents a wealth of information about the encounter of Western scholarship with Islam." (From the CHOICE review by S.M. Estelle-Holmer)

"A continuation of the compilers' The Contemporary Islamic Revival, which covered materials published through 1988, this current bibliography includes English-language books and articles in journals books, 1989-94, and follows the same general format as the previous work. Entries are arranged by subject." (From the CHOICE review by D. S. Straley)