WeRead Powered by ReaderPub
The House of Islâm cover

The House of Islâm

By Marmaduke William Pickthall
Open in WeRead

About This Book

A collection of interconnected sketches set in a Muslim-ruled realm follows displaced groups granted shelter and the local official appointed to oversee their settlement, alongside his devout brother. The narrative examines the clash between personal ambition and religious devotion, the routines and compromises of local administration, and tensions between newcomers and established communities. Through domestic scenes, moral conversations, and episodes of adjudication, it portrays social customs, faith-informed reasoning, and the practical frictions of governance and integration with measured observation.

About the Author

Pickthall, Marmaduke William portrait

Marmaduke William Pickthall

Marmaduke William Pickthall was a British author, translator, and journalist known for his works that explore Islamic culture and the Middle East. He gained prominence in the early 20th century, particularly with his book "The House of Islâm," which provides insights into Islamic beliefs and practices. Pickthall's experiences in Palestine and Syria during the 1890s inspired his travel writings, notably "Oriental Encounters: Palestine and Syria, 1894-6." His literary contributions reflect a deep engagement with the themes of identity and cultural understanding, making him a significant figure in the discourse on East-West relations.

More Books by This Author

4 picks
Oriental Encounters: Palestine and Syria, 1894-6 cover Oriental Encounters: Palestine and Syria, 1894-6 by Marmaduke William Pickthall Saïd the fisherman cover Saïd the fisherman by Marmaduke William Pickthall The Valley of the Kings cover The Valley of the Kings by Marmaduke William Pickthall Veiled Women cover Veiled Women by Marmaduke William Pickthall