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

by Saadia Faruqi, Aneesa Mumtaz

On Sale: 06/07/2022

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

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

by Saadia Faruqi, Aneesa Mumtaz

illustrated by Saffa Khan

On Sale: 06/07/2022

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About the Book

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.

Critical Praise

"Short profiles and lively, colorful illustrations cover subjects from around the world and over the span of millennia, many who, despite their great significance, aren’t commonly spotlighted in texts for children. A much-needed reminder of the important contributions of Muslim thinkers, scientists, and athletes." — Kirkus Reviews

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Product Details

  • ISBN: 9780062973443
  • ISBN 10: 0062973444
  • Imprint: Quill Tree Books
  • On Sale: 06/07/2022
  • Pages: 160
  • List Price:23.99 CAD
  • Ages: 8 to 12
  • BISAC1 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Biography & Autobiography / Women
  • BISAC2 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Biography & Autobiography / Cultural Heritage
  • BISAC3 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Religion / Islam
  • BISAC4 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Biography & Autobiography / Historical
  • BISAC5 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Middle East

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