Lesley Hazleton Books
Lesley Hazleton is a renowned Middle East specialist. Her other books include After the Prophet, which was selected as a finalist for the 2010 PEN nonfiction award.
What's The First Muslim about?
The First Muslim (2013) details the incredible story of the prophet Muhammad, the first member of the Islamic faith. These blinks take you back to before Muhammad’s birth and tell the complete story of God’s revelation to this prophet, how he spread Islam and what his contemporaries thought of his ideas.
Who should read The First Muslim?
- Historians of all types
- Students and scholars of Islam and its history
- Critical readers who want to know more about the origins of Islam
After the Prophet
What's After the Prophet about?
After the Prophet by Lesley Hazleton delves into the tumultuous period following the death of the Islamic prophet Muhammad. It examines the power struggles, political intrigue, and religious divisions that shaped the early history of Islam. Hazleton offers a thought-provoking exploration of how these events continue to influence the Muslim world today.
Who should read After the Prophet?
Readers interested in the history and origins of Islam
Individuals seeking to understand the complexities of the Sunni-Shia divide
Those curious about the aftermath of Prophet Muhammad's death and its impact on Islamic history