In the midst of the dramatic seventh-century war between two empires, Muhammad was a spiritual seeker in search of community and sanctuary.
Cole shows how Muhammad came of age in an era of unparallel.
In this masterfully told account, preeminent Middle East expert Juan Cole takes us back to Islam\'s-and the Prophet Muhammad\'s-origin story.
Many observers stereotype Islam and its scripture as inherently extreme or violent-a narrative that has overshadowed the truth of its roots.
In the midst of the dramatic seventh-century war between two empires, Muhammad was a spiritual seeker in search of community and sanctuary