The Sword of Islam is a historical novel written by Arthur Naylor Wollaston. The book is set in the 7th century, during the rise of Islam and the Arab conquests. The story revolves around the life of Khalid ibn al-Walid, a warrior and companion of Prophet Muhammad.The book starts with Khalid's childhood and his early years as a warrior, fighting against the Muslims. However, after witnessing the power of Islam, Khalid converts to the religion and becomes one of its greatest champions. The story follows Khalid's military ...
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The Sword of Islam is a historical novel written by Arthur Naylor Wollaston. The book is set in the 7th century, during the rise of Islam and the Arab conquests. The story revolves around the life of Khalid ibn al-Walid, a warrior and companion of Prophet Muhammad.The book starts with Khalid's childhood and his early years as a warrior, fighting against the Muslims. However, after witnessing the power of Islam, Khalid converts to the religion and becomes one of its greatest champions. The story follows Khalid's military campaigns, his victories, and his struggles against his enemies, both within and outside the Muslim community.The Sword of Islam is a vivid portrayal of the early Islamic period, its customs, and its people. The author has done extensive research on the subject and provides a detailed account of the battles, political intrigues, and religious conflicts that shaped the era. The book also explores the complex relationships between the various Arab tribes, as well as the tensions between the Muslims and the non-Muslims.The Sword of Islam is a gripping tale of war, faith, and redemption. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Islamic history, military history, or historical fiction.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.
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