Roman Catholics and Shi'i Muslims

JAMES A. BILL is Reves Professor of International Studies and Government at the College of William and Mary in Williamsburg, Virginia. His books include the award-winning The Eagle and the Lion: The Tragedy of American-Iranian Relations. JOHN ALDEN WILLIAMS, a historian of Islamic civilization and religion, is Professor Emeritus of the Humanities in Religion at the College of William and Mary. His books include The Word of Islam.

"Such a timely perspective could save the zealots on both sides, at least from themselves." - Times Literary Supplement; "A trustworthy and timely work that will reward frequent use by anyone interested in the shape and future of religion in the modern world." - Middle East Insight; "Each chapter is loaded with stimulating gems." - Publishers Weekly"