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The Wonders We Seek: Thirty Incredible Muslims Who Helped Shape the World

by Faruqi, Saadia

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Book Overview In this biographical collection, with stunning portraits and illustrations by Saffa Khan, authors Saadia Faruqi and Aneesa Mumtaz highlig...

In this biographical collection, with stunning portraits and illustrations by Saffa Khan, authors Saadia Faruqi and Aneesa Mumtaz highlight some of the talented Muslim physicians, musicians, athletes, poets, and more who helped make the world we know today.

A brilliant surgeon heals patients in the first millennium.

A female king rules the Indian subcontinent.

A poet pours his joy and grief into the world's best-selling verses.

An iconic leader fights for civil rights.

And many, many more.

Throughout history--from the golden age of the empires of Arabia, Iraq, Persia, and India, up to modern day--Muslims have shaped our world in essential ways, with achievements in music, medicine, politics, human rights, literature, sports, technology, and more. Give this book to readers who are excited to learn about the great figures and thinkers in history!

The authors introduce their book with a personal letter to the reader, setting out their motivations and hopes for the stories they are telling. The backmatter includes a glossary and bibliography for readers' further research and learning.

 

This essential collection of Muslim history for kids shines a light on thirty incredible people, including:

 

  • STEM Pioneers: Meet the brilliant surgeon Al-Zahrawi, whose inventions are still used today, and Fazlur Rahman Khan, the genius behind modern skyscrapers.
  • Groundbreaking Women: Learn about Razia Sultan, a female king of India, and Noor Inayat Khan, a spy princess who fought the Nazis in World War II.
  • Visionary Artists & Thinkers: Explore the world's best-selling verses from the poet Rumi and travel the globe with the legendary explorer Ibn Battuta.
  • Modern Role Models: Be inspired by civil rights leader Malcolm X, Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai, and barrier-breaking Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad.
  • Engaging Educational Content: Perfect for ages 8-12, this collection features stunning portraits, a personal author letter, a glossary of terms, and a bibliography for curious minds.
Book Details Format: Hardcover | Pages: 148 | Language: English | Publisher: HARPERCOLLINS | ISBN: 0062973444
FormatHardcover
Pages148
LanguageEnglish
ISBN0062973444
EAN9780062973443
PublisherHARPERCOLLINS
Publication Date2022-06-07
AccessoriesNo Accessory
ConditionNew
Product TypeHARD COVER BOOKS
Age Group9-12 years
Weight1.35 Pounds
Length9.13 Inches
Width7.01 Inches
Height0.55 Inches
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