Khalifah - Softcover

Elray J

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0970777620 ISBN 13: 9780970777621

Publisher: ebrandedbooks.com,US, 2004

Synopsis

A forced Muslim convert defies all odds to become the supreme ruler of an empire that stretches from Egypt to Persia in this drama that pits Arab against Arab during the Muslims' rise to power in the seventh century A.D. Mu'awiya is the son of the most vehement foe of the Prophet Muhammed, and amid the treachery, war, and political intrigue that follow the Prophet's death, Mu'awiya embarks on a 30-year odyssey to redeem his family's name and realize his ambition to be a leader in the new order. This gripping novel exposes the inner workings of a movement whose conquests rivaled those of the Romans and whose influence on modern-day life spans the globe.

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Review

"A timely story, dramatic and romantic, well grounded in history -- with characters you come to know and care about." -- John Ruemmler, Award winning writer, editor, and teacher

"An excellent book . . . that makes a significant contribution to the understanding of Islam." -- Donald E. McQuinn, Best-selling author

"Elray writes a colorful and informative historical novel about the beginnings of Islam..." -- -The Small Press Book Review

"Khalifah sweeps you across a landscape as unforgiving as those who vie to control it." -- Philadelphia Inquirer

"Rich, absorbing, and a lot of fun to read. The military strategy is fascinating and the action sequences gripping." -- Perri O'Shaughnessy (Pam O'Shaughnessy), Best-selling author

"[Elray] very skillfully embroiders history, political intrigue, culture, religion . . . into a tapestry that is totally riveting." -- Pam E., a satisfied reader

About the Author

John Elray is the author of numerous technical works and a frequent world traveler. He lives in Honolulu, Hawaii.

Edition details

• Publisher: ebrandedbooks.com,US
• Publication date: 2004
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0970777620
• ISBN 13: 9780970777621
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 315