Muhammad: A Biography of the Prophet

Name: Muhammad: A Biography of the Prophet
Author: Karen Armstrong
ISBN: 1842126083

by Karen Armstrong

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Karen Armstrong's sympathetic biography of the Prophet ﷺ, written to help Western readers understand him.

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About this book

Karen Armstrong, a well-known writer on religion, wrote this biography to counter misconceptions about the Prophet ﷺ in the West.

She places his life in its historical setting and draws comparisons with Judaism and Christianity. It is written by a non-Muslim and should be read as such.

What's inside

The Prophet's ﷺ life in context
Seventh-century Arabia
Comparisons with Judaism and Christianity
Written for Western readers
Accessible style

Why we recommend it

Karen Armstrong wrote this biography to correct Western misconceptions about the Prophet ﷺ, placing his life in its historical setting with sympathy and respect. Written by a non-Muslim for Western readers, it is especially useful to share with non-Muslim friends or colleagues who want to understand who he was.

Good forAdults, including non-Muslim readers

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