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In Defenders of the West, the author of Sword and Scimitar follows up with vivid and dramatic profiles of eight extraordinary warriors—some saints, some sinners—who defended the Christian West against Islamic invasions. Discover the real Count Dracula, Spain’s El Cid, England’s Richard Lionheart, and many other historical figures whose true and original claim to fame revolved around their defiant stance against jihadist aggression. 

"Christopher de Bellaigue has a magic talent for writing history. It is as if we are there as the era of Suleyman the Magnificent unfolds." —Orhan Pamuk, Winner of the Nobel Prize for Literature Narrated through the eyes of the intimates of Suleyman the Magnificent, the sixteenth-century...

Now in an updated second edition, Gabriel Said Reynolds tells the story of Islam in this brief survey, beginning with Muhammad's early life and rise to power, then tracing the origins and development of the Qur'an juxtaposed with biblical literature, and concluding with an overview of modern and fundamentalist narratives of the origin of Islam. Reynolds offers a fascinating look at the structure and meaning of the Qur'an, revealing the ways in which biblical language is used to advance the Qur'an's religious meaning. 

With all the narrative power and intellectual authority that have distinguished his earlier books, V.S. Naipaul explores the life, the culture, the ferment inside the nations of Islam–in a book that combines the fascinations of great travel literature with the insights of a uniquely sharp, original and idiosyncratic political mind.

Discover the extraordinary lives of those who stood beside the Final Messenger. The Companions (Sahaba) of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) were a generation unlike any other. They were the first to believe, the first to sacrifice, and the first to carry the message of Islam to the corners of the world. But who were they as individuals? What were their struggles, their triumphs, and the unique legacies they left behind?

IIIT Books-In-Brief Series is a valuable collection of the Institute’s key publications written in condensed form to give listeners a core understanding of the main contents of the original. In his passionate devotion to the task of inviting others to Islam, Muhammad al-Ghazali (1917-1996) presented Muslims with a powerful critique of themselves, not only in their endemic failure to project Islam in the best, most reasoned light, but also in their betrayal of the Qur’an’s spiritual principles and the highest standards set by the Prophet Muhammad.

Food trucks announcing "halal" proliferate in many urban areas but how many non-Muslims know what this means, other than cheap lunch? In this audiobook, Febe Armanios and Bogac Ergene provide an accessible introduction to halal (permissible) food in the Islamic tradition. Historically, Muslims used food to define their identities in relation to co-believers and non-Muslims. Food taboos are rooted in the Quran and prophetic customs, as well as writings from various periods and geographical settings. 

What would you do if Jesus appeared to you in a dream and told you to follow Him? What if these visions continued for over thirty days? And what if you were Muslim? Pastor Tom Doyle has spent eleven years as a full-time missionary in the Middle East and Central Asia, spreading the word of Jesus...

Ibn Khaldun (1332-1406) is generally regarded as the greatest intellectual ever to have appeared in the Arab world - a genius who ranks as one of the world's great minds. Yet the author of the Muqaddima, the most important study of history ever produced in the Islamic world, is not as well known as he should be, and his ideas are widely misunderstood. In this groundbreaking intellectual biography, Robert Irwin provides an engaging and authoritative account of Ibn Khaldun's extraordinary life, times, writings, and ideas.

This comprehensive, accessible, and factual guide to Islam is essential to understanding the world's fastest-growing religion. This essential guide to Islam covers every aspect of the Muslim faith and its history - from the life of the Prophet Muhammad and the teachings of the Koran to Islam in...

Experience the sweeping world history of how an isolated desert community transformed into a global civilization. Perfect for a thoughtful daily commute, this expansive and deeply insightful narrative traces the dynamic explosion of faith, power, and intellect across continents. Follow the...

Uncover the sweeping world history of how a localized Arabian faith transformed into a global religious movement. Perfect for a morning commute or deep-focus listening, this engaging narrative transports you from the ancient trade routes of Mecca to the bustling metropolises of the modern era...

Explore Middle Eastern history and geopolitics as a harsh desert periphery transforms into a global energy powerhouse. Perfect for your daily commute, this objective and thought-provoking narrative immerses inquisitive listeners in the clash between ancient tribal traditions and rapid...

Trace the awe-inspiring Islamic history of a desert sanctuary that became the spiritual center of a global faith. Step into the stark Arabian Desert and uncover how a modest settlement along ancient trade routes evolved into the ultimate destination for sacred pilgrimage. Whether you are seeking...

Witness a young ruler's fierce architectural rivalry against the legendary Hagia Sophia to secure his imperial legacy. Perfect for a contemplative commute or armchair travel, this immersive history transports you directly to seventeenth-century Istanbul. Experience the political turmoil and...

Dive into the epic medieval history of a Shi‘i dynasty that challenged Baghdad and engineered the rise of Cairo. Perfect for a busy commute, this immersive narrative transports you to the rugged landscapes of North Africa and the bustling trade hubs of the Mediterranean. Experience the...

Trace fourteen centuries of Islamic history to see how a desert sanctuary became a global spiritual destination. Perfect for your daily commute or deep-focus learning, this immersive historical narrative explores the transformation of a modest tribal market into the pulsing heart of the Muslim...

Witness the dramatic rise of a spiritual brotherhood that forged an empire and altered Middle Eastern history forever. Perfect for an educational commute, this captivating historical narrative transforms a remote Sufi lodge into the militant powerhouse that birthed a modern nation. Immerse...

Trace the epic rise and dramatic fall of a medieval Islamic empire forged by an underground sectarian rebellion. Perfect for an immersive commute, this historical deep dive explores how an obscure Shi'a Isma'ili network conquered the Mediterranean. Experience the fierce succession battles and...

Step into the epic rise and dramatic fall of the early Islamic empire that reshaped global history and faith. Perfect for your daily commute or a focused learning session, this sweeping historical narrative transports listeners across three continents. Witness how a fractured regional faction...