Biography & History

Jerusalem in History

The city of Jerusalem has a special place in the consciousness of the great monotheistic religions. Throughout its history it has been the site of glories and catastrophes; a place that has been witness to transition and occupation by a diversity of...

Jerusalem Arab Social Life, Traditions, and Everyday Pleasures in the 20th Century

AN EXTREMELY VALUABLE GUIDE TO 20TH CENTURY ARAB LIFE IN JERUSALEM. Jerusalem is a city of unique grief, a city that has been the target of conquerors more than twenty times. Yet the city has managed to maintain its Arabic culture and...

When All the Lands Were Sea A Photographic Journey into the Lives of the Marsh Arabs of Iraq

Rare and visually stunning images of a lost world. This remarkable collection of photographs, captured by internationally acclaimed photojournalist Tor Eigeland in 1967, offers unprecedented insight into the daily life of the Marsh Arabs of Iraq. These...

The Oud- An Illustrated History

A beautifully-written illustrated history of one of the most important instruments in music cultures of the Middle East and North Africa. According to a literary tradition of Iraq, the origin of the oud lies in the grief of Lamak, a descendent...

Ottoman Embroidery

The Ottoman Turks, rulers of what was one of the world’s greatest empires, had a passion for decoration that manifested itself in every aspect of their lives, not least in the textiles with which they adorned themselves, their homes, and palaces...

Kahlil Gibran Beyond Borders

Painter and poet, immigrant, rebel, global citizen, author of the beloved classic, The Prophet. Kahlil Gibran: Beyond Borders tells the inspiring saga of the artist’s life and creative vision Gibran’s story is one of overcoming...

The Clever Sheikh of the Butanand Other Stories: Sudanese Folk Tales (International Folk Tales Series) Paperback

Sudan, the largest country on the vast African continent, barely hovers on the edges of Western awareness. But hidden away is a sonorous ancient culture, passed on through generations of storytellers and oral historians, through songs and a rich...

Pocket Timeline of Islamic Civilizations

A handy pocket-sized reference to the distinctive artistic, scientific and political achievements of Islamic cultures from approximately the 7th to the 20th centuries AD • 12-page detachable foldout timeline, perfect for wall display • For...

From the Land of Sheba

Although Yemen, at the southern tip of the Arabian Penisula, is one of the oldest inhabited regions of the world, in the West, it is one of the least known places. Ancient Yemen is mentioned in the Bible as the home to frankincense and myrrh, which was...

From the Land of Sheba Yemeni Folk Tales

Although Yemen, at the southern tip of the Arabian Penisula, is one of the oldest inhabited regions of the world, in the West, it is one of the least known places. Ancient Yemen is mentioned in the Bible as the home to frankincense and myrrh, which was...

The Metamorphosis of a Muslim

Lena Winfrey Seder grew up with a loving Christian family in the Virginia countryside. As a shy young woman, she sought to expand her horizons and fly, like a butterfly. At first, her focus was on worldly success and fame, but when she found herself...

Jesus, Prophet of Islam

This revised edition of Jesus: A Prophet of Islam comes some 18 years after the first edition was published, and 17 years after its principal co-author Muhammad 'Ataa'-ur-Raheem passed away in London, after travelling half way around the world...

The True Message of Jesus Christ

Dr. Bilal Philips brings together the writings of eminent scholars from both the Christian and Islamic traditions on the topic of the man and the message of Jesus Christ (peace be upon him). Dr. Philips writes:Jesus Christ represents the common link...

Prophet Muhammad: A Blessing for Mankind

Prophet Muhammadﷺ and the lessons he taught us from the continued hardships he underwent in every stage of his life are a real blessing for humankind. Being an orphan child made him compassionate to widows and orphans as well as to the poor. His multiple...

The Life of Prophet Muhammad

It is very important for anyone who wants to spread the message of Islam is to study the life of the Prophetﷺ and discover how he undertook the mission of da'wah (Call to Islam). By studying his seerah (biography), we learn the lessons of patience in the...

The Personality of Allah's Last Messenger

The world has not lacked for heroes or great personalities, yet most of them distinguished themselves in one field or another, unlike the unlettered Prophetﷺ, Muhammad ibn Abdullah. This man was a towering personality who excelled in many diverse fields...

The Prophet Muhammad: The Best of All Husbands

In marriage, it often happens that we come across a situation in which things seem to be going haywire, and we wonder what would have been the ideal stance and the best way to handle this problem. For Muslims, the best stance and the best way is that of...

An Inspired Life: A Biography of Prophet Muhammad

An Inspired Life informs and inspires with its insights into the birth of the Islamic faith and the tribulations encountered by its Prophet Muhammadﷺ and his steadfast followers prior to the acceptance and establishment of the religion. The author has...

Muhammad the Messenger of Guidance: A Concise Introduction to His Life and Islam

Muhammadﷺ The Messenger of Guidance: A Concise Introduction to His Life and Islam is an excellent resource for both Muslims and non-Muslims. In Part One, the author succinctly summarizes the life of Prophet Muhammadﷺ, using authentic reports from his...

A Mercy to Humanity

A Mercy to Humanity has been penned by Dr. Aid al-Qarni for all students of knowledge. In this unique study, al-Qarni delivers personal insight into the events of Prophet Muhammad’s life. He also paints a vivid picture of his noble character. This...