73 results for 'Hamid, Mohsin'

The Ihyâ' Ulûm Ad-dîn as Abriged by Himself by Abū Ḥāmid Muḥammad ibn Muḥammad al-Ṭūsī al- Ġazālī This abridged version of the Ihyâ' Ulûm Ad-dîn, a foundational work of Islamic theology, presents the...

The Reluctant Fundamentalist Insight Text Guide (Large Print 16pt) by Keren Shlezinger. This insight text guide provides a detailed analysis of Mohsin Hamid's novel, exploring its themes and...

The Reluctant Fundamentalist is a thought-provoking novel by Mohsin Hamid, exploring the complexities of cultural identity and the tensions between East and West.Set against the backdrop of a chance...

A man wakes up to find himself transformed overnight. His skin has turned dark, and he looks at his reflection in the mirror as if seeing a stranger. As news of similar events spreads, people begin...

The Contemporary British Novel Since 2000 explores the works of twenty major British novelists published since 2000. The book is divided into five parts, each examining a different aspect of...

Detective Esa Khattak heads up Canada's Community Policing Section, handling sensitive cases across law enforcement. When INSET, the federal intelligence agency, calls him in on another potentially...

The Penguin Book of Migration Literature brings together a diverse selection of works that explore the complexities of migration and its impact on individuals and communities. Spanning three...

In Stereotype challenges our understanding of cultural identity in contemporary literature. Mrinalini Chakravorty examines how stereotypes about South Asia shape the ethics and reach of global...

A Dutiful Boy: A Memoir of Secrets, Lies and Family Love by Mohsin Zaidi Growing up in a devout Shia Muslim community in east London, Mohsin felt like an outsider from a young age. He struggled to...

Paper Soldiers: How the Weaponization of the Dollar Changed the World Order by Saleha Mohsin. In 1995, Treasury Secretary Robert Rubin redefined currency policy with the mantra "A strong dollar is in...

Islamophobia and the Novel by Peter Morey explores how recent works of fiction have framed and responded to the rise of anti-Muslim prejudice in the post-9/11 West. This analysis examines novels that...

Lucy Hamidzadeh's Unfinished Stories is a captivating collection of photographs that reveal the fleeting moments of everyday life. Through her lens, we witness people going about their daily...

Al-Ghazali on Disciplining the Soul and on Breaking the Two Desires Books XXII and XXIII of the Revival of the Religious SciencesThis translation explores the spiritual techniques adopted by...

Islamic Exceptionalism: How the Struggle Over Islam Is Reshaping the World by Shadi Hamid A provocative argument on how Islam relates to politics, with profound implications for our understanding of...

The Diary of a Social Butterfly by Moni Mohsin is a wickedly humorous tale of life's ups and downs. Meet the author's lovable socialite protagonist, who seems to have it all - but beneath the glamour...

Hamid has very definite ideas about how his family should work. He insists they follow his rules for everything from what goes into their packed lunches to how long they can spend in the bathroom...

The Problem of Democracy: America, the Middle East, and the Rise and Fall of an Idea Shadi Hamid explores the ongoing debate on democracy's merits, proposing an ambitious agenda for reviving...

An Essay on the Statement "Humanity Before Religion" Foundations and Analysis by Hamid Bin Umar Bin Hafiz. This thought-provoking essay explores the theological claim 'Humanity before Religiosity',...

The Book of Contemplation explores the nature and importance of reflection as an act that enriches the thinking person with increased knowledge of, and wonder at, the Creator and His creation.Abû...

The Revival of the Religious Sciences by Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali is a comprehensive guide to Islamic rulings, beliefs and character. Written in an approachable style, this book aims to inspire spiritual...

A Handbook of Spiritual Medicine by Ibn Daud is a comprehensive guide to self-purification, exploring the human spiritual condition and offering remedies inspired by Qur'anic verses and Prophetic...

The Young Turks: The History and Legacy of the Political Movement That Attempted to Reform the Ottoman Empire Before Its Collapse By Charles River This book explores the history and legacy of the...

Sufis, Salafis and Islamists: The Contested Ground of British Islamic ActivismThis groundbreaking study explores the evolution of Sufi, Salafi and Islamist activist groups in Britain, tracing their...

Hamid Ismailov's tragicomedy explores the complex relationship between tradition and modernity, myth and reality. A radio presenter becomes embroiled in a world of spirits when he interprets one of...

Abu Hamid al-Ghazali (1058-1111) was a pivotal figure in Islamic scholarship and mysticism. His teachings attracted a wide following, drawing scholars from across the Islamic world to his lectures on...

Hamid Dabashi's collection of reminiscences and essays offers a unique insight into his long-standing scholarly, personal, and political relationship with Edward Said.Said was a towering figure in...

The thirty-sixth chapter of Abu Hamid al-Ghazali's Revival of the Religious Sciences presents a groundbreaking exploration of love as a fundamental virtue in spiritual growth. Ghazali argues that all...

From Dictatorship to Democracy: An Insider's Account of the Iraqi Opposition to SaddamThis memoir offers a unique perspective on the opposition movement in Iraq, drawing on the personal archives of...

Hamid Dabashi's collection of reminiscences, travelogues and essays offers a unique insight into his long-standing scholarly, personal and political relationship with Edward Said.Said was a towering...

Abu Hamid Muhammad al-Ghazali's philosophical explorations spanned nearly the entire spectrum of twelfth-century beliefs. In "The Niche of Lights", he advances the idea that reason can serve as a...

The Shahnameh: A Global Literary Masterpiece The Shahnameh, an epic poem recounting Iran's foundation across mythical, heroic, and historical ages, is at the heart of Persian literature and culture...

Abu Hamid al-Ghazali was a polymath whose work continues to shape Islamic thought and philosophy. In this engaging re-examination of Ghazali's ideas, Ebrahim Moosa explores the relevance of his work...

Writing a Research Proposal and Thesis: A Manual for Students and Researchers by Mohamed E. Hamid provides a clear guide to creating successful research projects. This comprehensive manual explains...

Drawing as an Art Form in Resurgence Pushing paper explores the enduring and thriving nature of drawing as an artistic expression. This remarkable collection brings together 56 works by contemporary...

Ali Akbar's Contemporary Perspectives on Revelation and Qur'ānic Hermeneutics offers a thought-provoking analysis of four influential Muslim thinkers: Fazlur Rahman, Abdolkarim Soroush, Muhammad...

This groundbreaking analysis of the Arab Spring challenges traditional thinking about the Middle East. Hamid Dabashi argues that the region's revolutionary uprisings were driven by a collective...

The Underground by Hamid Ismailov is a captivating novel about an abandoned mixed-race boy navigating Moscow before the Soviet Union's collapse. Born to a Siberian woman and an African athlete, Mbobo...

Authority in Islam: From the Rise of Muhammad to the Establishment of the Umayyads by Hamid Dabashi. This book explores the concept of authority in Islamic civilization from its origins with the rise...

The Mysteries of Purification (Kitab asrar al tahara) is the third volume in a series of forty books that explore the fundamentals of Islamic ethics and spirituality. In this work, Abu Hamid...

The plans of the desert gods are coming to fruition. Ceda and Emre sail for their ancestral home to bring the traitor Hamid to justice, but instead they find the desert tribes united under his banner...

The Reformation of Islamic Thought: A Critical Historical Analysis by Naṣr Ḥāmid Abū Zayd explores the evolution of Islamic thought, challenging traditional interpretations and highlighting a more...

A Hayy Ibn Yaqzan Tale by Hamid Ismailov is a modern Sufi parable about the search for truth and wisdom. The novel follows the story of Avicenna, a medieval polymath who shaped Islamic thought and...

The Shift to 5th Dimension Reminders for Awakening Angels by Nicky Hamid A profound shift in consciousness is underway, forcing individuals to choose between continuing down a path of fear and...

The Secret War in the Middle East: A Study of Syrian Politics and Foreign Relations from 1949 to 1961. This book provides an in-depth examination of the complex web of covert actions and foreign...

Muslim Youth - Followers Or Leaders? As Muslim students navigate university life, they face numerous challenges. While adjusting to academic demands and daily routines can be overwhelming, the first...

The Book of Prophetic Ethics and the Courtesies of Living by Ghazzālī In this 20th volume of the Revival of the Religious Sciences, Abu Hamid al-Ghazali presents a comprehensive account of the...

The New Digital World Order by Khurram Hamid presents a post-pandemic reconstruction guide for building back better in a world transformed by COVID-19. This book explores ideas for future foresight...

The Alchemy of Happiness by Abu Hamid Al-Ghazzali In this 2017 reprint of a 1910 edition, Al-Ghazzali presents a unique blend of Islamic philosophy and self-discipline. The work emphasizes the...

The Ottoman Empire's final years were marked by a desperate struggle for survival. As European powers vied for control, the empire was torn apart, with nations claiming special rights and economic...

Iran: A People Interrupted by Hamid Dabashi is a deeply informed political and cultural narrative that explores the story of Iran over the past two centuries. With unparalleled analysis, Dabashi...

Abram Mustafa faces a life-altering test when his terrorist father kidnaps Paige Galbraithe, the one woman who has touched his soul. With Paige's life now in danger, Abram's plans for escape from his...

The Mysteries of the Pilgrimage: Book 7 of Ihya' 'ulum Al-Din This edition of Abu Hamid al-Ghazali's work explores the fundamentals of the pilgrimage, including its pillars, preconditions, and...

The Bane of the Tongue: Book 24 of Ihya' 'Ulum Al-Din This 20th-century work by Abū-Ḥāmid Muḥammad Ibn-Muḥammad al- Ġazzālī is a comprehensive analysis of human shortcomings and vices, presented in...

Imam Abu Hamid Al-Ghazali is a towering figure in Islam today. Born into a humble background as a fatherless young boy from a small town, he rose to become a successful student, great teacher and the...

Al-Ghazali on Poverty and Abstinence is the thirty-fourth chapter of the Revival of the Religious Sciences. In this work, Abu Hamid al-Ghazali explores two key themes in Islamic devotional...

Brown Skin, White Masks (The Islamic Mediterranean) by Hamid Dabashi explores the role that immigrant "comprador intellectuals" play in facilitating American imperialism. Building on Frantz Fanon's...

Hamid Dabashi's Theology of Discontent offers a thought-provoking analysis of the ideological foundations behind the Islamic Revolution in Iran. Published in 1997, this work examines the complex...

On a moonless night in 2001, a US Special Forces team of Green Berets embarked on an impossible mission to foment a tribal revolt and force the Taliban to surrender. With limited intelligence and...

A debut novel drawing on the author's experiences as a political prisoner and refugee, "The Village Indian" is a powerful exploration of life on the margins. Through Rasul Hamid's story, Abbas Khider...

A Poet and Bin-Laden: A Reality Novel by Hamid Ismailov is set against the turbulent backdrop of Central Asia in the early 21st century. The story unfolds with the narrator's haunting description of...

Al-Ghazali's exploration of trust in Divine Providence is a profound and original work that offers guidance on how to develop a state of spiritual awareness. In this excerpt from his compendium,...

Explore the inner dimensions of Islamic worship with this collection of writings by a great figure in Islamic history. Al-Ghazali's selection of works offers a powerful and inspiring journey through...

The Revival of the Religious Sciences by Abu Hamid al-Ghazali is a comprehensive guide to Islamic rulings, beliefs and character. Written in an approachable style, this book encourages readers to...

The Persian Prince: A Metaphor of Political Authority Hamid Dabashi explores the concept of the Persian Prince as a metaphor of political authority, tracing its evolution through history and its...

The Revival of the Religious Sciences - Vol 1 Ihya' 'Ulum Al-Din is a profound exploration of the spiritual depth of Islam, presenting Imam al-Ghazali's insights into man's lifelong struggle to draw...

The Mysteries of the Prayer and Its Important Elements is the fourth book in Abū Hāmid al-Ghazālī's 40-volume work, the Revival of the Religious Sciences. In this volume, Ghazzālī explores the inner...

Al-Ghazālī on the Lawful & the Unlawful is the fourteenth chapter of The Revival of the Religious Sciences, a foundational work in Islamic spirituality. Written by Abu Hamid al-Ghazali, this book...

Close Up Iranian Cinema: Past, Present and Future by Hamid Dabashi explores the growing reputation of Iranian cinema from its origins to the present day. This comprehensive guide examines the work of...

A Social History of Iranian Cinema, Volume 1: The Artisanal Era, 1897-1941 by Hamid Naficy explores the early years of Iranian cinema, from its introduction in 1900 to the 1941 Westernization program...

Universal Access and Its Asymmetries: A Holistic Approach to Extending Services. The concept of universal access has been debated for over two centuries, with ideals of democracy and equality often...

At the Forward Edge of Battle: A History of the Pakistan Armoured Corps 1938-2016 is a comprehensive and authoritative account by Maj Gen Syed Ali Hamid, a military historian. This book chronicles...

A Social History of Iranian Cinema, Volume 2: The Industrializing Years, 1941-1978 by Hamid Naficy is a comprehensive social history of Iranian cinema. Spanning the period from 1941 to 1978, this...

Death In The Harem A Mrs Hudson and Sherlock Holmes Mystery by Susan Knight is a gripping mystery set in the exotic world of the Ottoman Empire's harem. When a series of mysterious deaths among the...