'Uthman Ibn 'Affan: Legend or Liability? (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781786076977)

'Uthman ibn 'Affan (d. 656) was an early convert to Islam and the third successor to the Prophet Muhammad. As caliph he established the first Islamic navy, consolidated the text of the Qur'an, and expanded the Arab empire. His opponents, however, accused him of being corrupt and questioned his legitimacy.

After twelve years 'Uthman's troubled caliphate ended in revolt. His death at the hands of rebels led to civil war and contributed to the eventual split between Sunni and Shi'i Islam. In this volume, Heather Keaney examines the life and legacy of the controversial caliph.

Author: Heather N. Keaney
ISBN-10: 1786076977
ISBN-13: 9781786076977
Publisher: Oneworld Academic
Language: English
Published: 03/30/2021
Pages: 176
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 8.60h x 5.20w x 0.50d

Review Citation(s):
Choice 04/01/2022