William Sherman

William E. B. Sherman is an Assistant Professor of Islamic Studies at UNC Charlotte, specializing in the literary and historical traditions of Muslim societies in South/Central Asia. His research examines vernacular revelation, messianic movements, and Qur'anic aesthetics across Islamic cultures.

His book project 'Singing With the Mountains' analyzes language and messianism in Afghan Sufi poetry, while articles explore colonial missionary literature, Mughal-era religious innovation, and Islamic apocalypticism. He teaches courses on Islam in America, Quranic studies, and religion/literature.