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Mecca: The Sacred City

by Ziauddin Sardar
Mecca: The Sacred City - Thryft
Mecca: The Sacred City - Thryft

Unveiling the Hidden History of Islam's Holiest City

This book would be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the deep historical and cultural significance of Mecca. Ziauddin Sardar takes us on a journey through time, untangling the complexities of Mecca's past and revealing the untold stories that have shaped the Islamic world. Through his blend of history, reportage, and personal insight, Sardar brings Mecca to life, offering a fresh perspective on this sacred city. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a traveler, or simply curious about the origins of Islam, this book will provide you with a profound and eye-opening exploration of Mecca's past and its enduring global influence.

  • Karachi Literature Festival Prize for English Non Fiction (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

Mecca: The Sacred City

by Ziauddin Sardar
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ISBN: 9781408835609
Authors: Ziauddin Sardar
Publisher: Bloomsbury
Date of Publication: 2015-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Politics, Religion
Related Topics: Politics, Historical, History, History
Goodreads rating: 4.06
(rated by 364 readers)

Description

Mecca is, for many, the heart of Islam. It is the birthplace of Muhammad, the direction to which Muslims turn when they pray, and the site of pilgrimage that annually draws some three million Muslims from all corners of the world. Yet the significance of Mecca is more than purely religious. What happens in Mecca and how Muslims think about the political and cultural history of Mecca has had and continues to have a profound influence on world events to this day. In this insighful book, Ziauddin Sardar unravels the meaning and significance of Mecca. Tracing its history, from its origins as a “barren valley” in the desert to its evolution as a trading town and sudden emergence as the religious center of a world empire, Sardar examines the religious struggles and rebellions in Mecca that have significantly shaped Muslim culture. An illuminative, lyrical, and witty blend of history, reportage, and memoir, Mecca reflects all that is profound and enlightening, curious and amusing about Mecca and takes us behind the closed doors to one of the most important places in the world today.
 

Unveiling the Hidden History of Islam's Holiest City

This book would be a good read for anyone interested in understanding the deep historical and cultural significance of Mecca. Ziauddin Sardar takes us on a journey through time, untangling the complexities of Mecca's past and revealing the untold stories that have shaped the Islamic world. Through his blend of history, reportage, and personal insight, Sardar brings Mecca to life, offering a fresh perspective on this sacred city. Whether you are a history enthusiast, a traveler, or simply curious about the origins of Islam, this book will provide you with a profound and eye-opening exploration of Mecca's past and its enduring global influence.

  • Karachi Literature Festival Prize for English Non Fiction (2015)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.