The Partisans of Ali: A History of Shia Faith and Politics is a 5 part series from National Public Radio (think BBC) in the USA. The series looks "at the origins of the Sunni-Shia split in Islam, the religious and historical differences, how Iran became Shiite, and how conflicts involving Shiism have made an impact beyond the Middle East." Discusses origins, key individuals, and related topics. Includes a chronology, map, and bibliography.
Worthwhile reading / listening / watching for all, especially for you, that man, on the Clapham omnibus.
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=7346199
Source: Librarians' Internet Index
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