VaughanPL: Islamic Heritage Month | Vaughan Public Libraries

Book - 2020

The Islam Book is an invaluable source of Information for anyone who wants a clear and unbiased guide to the meaning of Muslim faith. It covers every asp...Show more The Islam Book is an invaluable source of Information for anyone who wants a clear and unbiased guide to the meaning of Muslim faith. It covers every aspect of Islam and its history from the beginning to the current times. Insightful, concise, and clear information is provided on a wide variety of topics such as Sunni and Shia divisions, Prayers, Pilgrimage, Fasting, Jihad, Sharia Laws, Women’s rights, Sufi Poetry, and Islamic Art. Show less

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The Prophet's Heir

The Life of Ali Ibn Abi Talib

by Abbas, Hassan

Book - 2021

Ali! The fourth caliph was the single most important spiritual authority in Islam after prophet Mohammad. This book provides a compelling portrait of li...Show more Ali! The fourth caliph was the single most important spiritual authority in Islam after prophet Mohammad. This book provides a compelling portrait of life and legacy of Ali ibn Abi Talib who was a hugely gifted thinker. Ali nourished Islam through his teachings and values, and he was both a source of great inspiration and a figure of reconciliation. Show less

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Believing Women in Islam

A Brief Introduction

by Barlas, Asma

Book - 2019

Women’s rights, gender equality in Islam are widely discussed current topics. Does Islam really call for the oppression of women as described in the main...Show more Women’s rights, gender equality in Islam are widely discussed current topics. Does Islam really call for the oppression of women as described in the mainstream media? The author takes egalitarian point of view and argues that the Qur’an actually encourages the complete equality of women and men. By focusing primarily on the Qur’an’s teachings about women, the author convinces readers that the tradition teachings of Qur’an do not support women’s inferiority, but these points of views are products of interpretation by patriarchal societies and often misused to justify existing religious and social structures. Show less

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God's Shadow

Sultan Selim, His Ottoman Empire, and the Making of the Modern World

by Mikhail, Alan

Book - 2020

The Ottoman Empire’s Sultan Selim hugely expanded the empire, propelling it onto the center of the world stage. The book vividly recaptures details of Se...Show more The Ottoman Empire’s Sultan Selim hugely expanded the empire, propelling it onto the center of the world stage. The book vividly recaptures details of Selim’s life from his governorship in Trabzon to his conquests as Ottoman Sultan in 1510s. The author explains how Ottoman Empire and Islam played a pivotal role in global economics and politics, and radically reshapes our understating of relationships between Eurasia and the Americas. The author also sheds spotlight on the mighty female political power played by Selim’s mother, Gulbahar. Show less

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Understanding Islam

by Radley, Gail

Book - 2019

Do you want to read a book that not only covers extensive history and practices of Islam but also discusses the discriminations Muslims face in the Wester...Show more Do you want to read a book that not only covers extensive history and practices of Islam but also discusses the discriminations Muslims face in the Western world? Then don’t look further. This book covers it all: history, worship practices, world contributions by Muslims, controversies surrounding terrorism and much more. Show less

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Amira's Picture Day

by Faruqi, Reem

Book - 2021

When the school picture day falls on the same day as the Eid holiday, Amira is conflicted. She is excited about Eid holiday with new special clothes, gif...Show more When the school picture day falls on the same day as the Eid holiday, Amira is conflicted. She is excited about Eid holiday with new special clothes, gifts, and morning party at her mosque, but saddened that she will not be able to go for the picture day at the school. Well, she will have to figure out a way to be in two places at the same time! Show less

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Once Upon An Eid

Stories of Hope and Joy by 15 Muslim Voices

Book - 2020

Eid! The most joyful holiday of Islam is interpreted through a collection of 15 short stories by brilliant Muslim authors. Read on to be a part of this day filled with sweet emotions and celebrations! Eid! The most joyful holiday of Islam is interpreted through a collection of 15 short stories by brilliant Muslim authors. Read on to be a part of this day filled with sweet emotions and celebrations! Show less

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Punching the Air

by Zoboi, Ibi Aanu

Book - 2020

Sixteen-year-old Amal Shahid is an artist and a poet but is considered unmotivated and disruptive youth at the school. He is falsely tried and convicted o...Show more Sixteen-year-old Amal Shahid is an artist and a poet but is considered unmotivated and disruptive youth at the school. He is falsely tried and convicted of an act of violence again a white boy. Desperate in the prison, he turns to his art- his words! This is a moving story about a boy who ends up serving an unfair and unjust prison sentence and still maintains his humanity and fights for the truth! Show less

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The Bladebone

by Khan, Ausma Zehanat

Unknown - 2020

Sinnia and Arian embarks upon a journey to find an ancient magic weapon known as the Bladebone so that they can defeat the Preacher and crush his oppressi...Show more Sinnia and Arian embarks upon a journey to find an ancient magic weapon known as the Bladebone so that they can defeat the Preacher and crush his oppressions. During their search they are separated, but then an unexpected help appears. Is this help a friend or a foe? Will Arian be able to win the battle against the Preacher or not? Solve this and many more mysteries by reading the Bladebone! Show less

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Amina's Song

by Khan, Hena

Book - 2021

In this sequel to Amina’s voice, Amina has just returned from a monthlong trip to Lahore, Pakistan, and is excited to share the wonders of Pakistan with h...Show more In this sequel to Amina’s voice, Amina has just returned from a monthlong trip to Lahore, Pakistan, and is excited to share the wonders of Pakistan with her friends in Greendale. While in Pakistan, she took a challenge from her uncle to show her friends in the U.S. the beauty of Pakistan, but no one seem to be interested in her experiences of the trip! Together with Nico, her new French Egyptian classmate, Amina finds the opportunity to present many facets of her heritage by completing a song writing project! Show less

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Mad, Bad & Dangerous to Know

by Ahmed, Samira

Book - 2020

Seventeen-year-old Khayyam Maquet experiences a setback when a prominent art historian faults her research about legendary 19th century “enslaved harem g...Show more Seventeen-year-old Khayyam Maquet experiences a setback when a prominent art historian faults her research about legendary 19th century “enslaved harem girl” Leila. While spending her annual August in Paris she meets Alexandre Dumas; together they embark upon a journey of finding a connection between the 19th century Dumas and painter Eugene Delacroix. The book explores historical themes of prejudice and uncovers Leila while transforming Khayyam! Show less

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The Dead Are Arising

The Life of Malcolm X

by Payne, Les

Book - 2020

This is a riveting biography of Malcom X by a Pulitzer Prize winning investigative journalist who embarked upon a thirty-year long quest to interview anyo...Show more This is a riveting biography of Malcom X by a Pulitzer Prize winning investigative journalist who embarked upon a thirty-year long quest to interview anyone who had actually known Malcom X. By doing so, the author corrected many historical records and unearthed many details that affirms Malcom X as an African American freedom fighter. This detailed historic biography traces Malcom X’s journey “from street criminal to devoted moralist and revolutionary”. Show less

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