{"product_id":"lost-islamic-history-reclaiming-muslim-civilization-from-the-past-firas-alkhateeb","title":"Lost Islamic History: Reclaiming Muslim Civilization from the Past - Firas Alkhateeb","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA lively, illuminating, and comprehensive chronicle of one of the world's most powerful religious, social, and political forces. Discover the forgotten contributions of the thinkers, scientists, and empires that shaped global civilization.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eOver the last 1,400 years, a succession of Muslim polities, caliphates, and empires expanded across the globe, uniting diverse cultures and stretching from southern France all the way to East Africa and Southeast Asia. Yet, in mainstream historical narratives, the monumental contributions of Muslim scientists, theologians, astronomers, poets, and statesmen are frequently overlooked or entirely forgotten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe international bestseller \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eLost Islamic History\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e rescues this rich, vibrant past from oblivion. In this updated and expanded edition, researcher and historian Firas Alkhateeb masterfully charts the sweeping narrative of Islamic civilization—from its foundational roots in the 7th century with Prophet Muhammad to the complex dynamics of modern-day nation-states.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eSpanning centuries and continents, Alkhateeb skillfully sketches the golden eras of the Abbasids, Umayyads, and Ottomans, while giving long-overdue focus to the cultural synthesis of the Mughals and the fabulously wealthy Islamic kingdoms of West Africa. Rather than a dense academic text, this book serves as a highly readable, fast-paced tapestry of key historical personalities, paradigm-shifting scientific inventions, and pivotal military episodes. It is an essential read that illustrates the profound, enduring impact of Islam on global society, trade, law, and culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWhy This Historical Chronicle is Essential Reading:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Global Perspective:\u003c\/b\u003e Moves beyond Eurocentric narratives to showcase a sprawling, interconnected history of Asia, Africa, and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccessible and Engaging:\u003c\/b\u003e Distills complex dynastic shifts, theological evolutions, and centuries of history into a lively, fluid narrative perfect for casual readers and students alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRescues the Golden Age:\u003c\/b\u003e Highlights the Golden Age of Islamic science, mathematics, medicine, and philosophy that laid the groundwork for the modern Renaissance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52398701314331,"sku":null,"price":509.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/91ZnRbm7WfL._SL1500.jpg?v=1782378693","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/products\/lost-islamic-history-reclaiming-muslim-civilization-from-the-past-firas-alkhateeb","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}