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by Arthur Naylor Wollaston (Author)
The Sword of Islam is a historical book written by Arthur Naylor Wollaston. The book explores the rise and spread of Islam and its impact on the world from the 7th century to the present day. It delves into the life of Prophet Muhammad, the founder of Islam, and his teachings, which transformed the Arab world and beyond.The book covers the early Islamic conquests, including the battles of Badr, Uhud, and the conquest of Mecca, and the subsequent expansion of Islam into Europe, Africa, and Asia. It also discusses the political and social changes that occurred in the Islamic world, including the rise of the caliphate and the development of Islamic law and culture.The Sword of Islam also examines the various sects within Islam, including Sunni and Shia, and their historical and cultural differences. It also explores the impact of colonialism and modernization on the Islamic world and the challenges faced by Muslims in the present day.Overall, The Sword of Islam is a comprehensive and insightful book that provides an in-depth understanding of the history and evolution of Islam and its impact on the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Islamic history and culture.1905. Contents: History of Arabia Prior to the Time of Muhammad; Muhammad; The Successors of Muhammad; The Omaiyad Dynasty of Khalifs; The Abbaside Dynasty of Khalifs; The Crusades; The Muslim Dynasties at Cordova and Granada in Spain; The Sultans of Turkey; The Twelve Imams, or Spiritual Heads of Islam; The Quran; The Pilgrimage to Mecca; The Sunnis; The Shias; and Minor Sects.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
