After the Prophet
Author: Hazleton, Lesley
ISBN: 9780385523943
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 15 Sep 2010
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback / softback
Narrative history at its most epic, colorful, and urgent, AFTER THE PROPHET examines the bloody story of the Shia-Sunni split, the impact it had on the history of the Middle East, and its terrifying implications for the future. FIRST TIME IN PAPERBACK. ANCHOR
In this gripping narrative history, Lesley Hazleton tells the tragic story at the heart of the ongoing rivalry between the Sunni and Shia branches of Islam.
"Fascinating. . . . Lively and engaging. . . . Anyone seeking to understand today's Middle East can learn from this book."-Seattle Times
Even as Muhammad lay dying, the battle over who would take control of the new Islamic nation had begun, beginning a succession crisis marked by power grabs, assassination, political intrigue, and passionate faith. Soon Islam was embroiled in civil war, pitting its founder's controversial wife Aisha against his son-in-law Ali, and shattering Muhammad's ideal of unity.
Combining meticulous research with compelling storytelling, After the Prophet explores the volatile intersection of religion and politics, psychology and culture, and history and current events. It is an indispensable guide to the depth and power of the Shia-Sunni split.
ISBN: 9780385523943
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE US
Year first published: 15 Sep 2010
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback / softback
Narrative history at its most epic, colorful, and urgent, AFTER THE PROPHET examines the bloody story of the Shia-Sunni split, the impact it had on the history of the Middle East, and its terrifying implications for the future. FIRST TIME IN PAPERBACK. ANCHOR
In this gripping narrative history, Lesley Hazleton tells the tragic story at the heart of the ongoing rivalry between the Sunni and Shia branches of Islam.
"Fascinating. . . . Lively and engaging. . . . Anyone seeking to understand today's Middle East can learn from this book."-Seattle Times
Even as Muhammad lay dying, the battle over who would take control of the new Islamic nation had begun, beginning a succession crisis marked by power grabs, assassination, political intrigue, and passionate faith. Soon Islam was embroiled in civil war, pitting its founder's controversial wife Aisha against his son-in-law Ali, and shattering Muhammad's ideal of unity.
Combining meticulous research with compelling storytelling, After the Prophet explores the volatile intersection of religion and politics, psychology and culture, and history and current events. It is an indispensable guide to the depth and power of the Shia-Sunni split.
