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Muhammad: Prophet and Statesman

by William Montgomery Watt · 1961

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A short account of the life and achievements of one of the great figures of history, this volume also serves as an excellent introduction to one of the world's major religions.

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historyhistoryMore like thisLess of thisbiographybiographyMore like thisLess of this
Themes
islamislamMore like thisLess of thisreligionreligionMore like thisLess of this
Setting
Middle EastMiddle EastMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 256 pages

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