The Prophet’s Heir: The Life of Ali ibn Abi Talib

🕋 The Prophet’s Heir: The Life of Ali ibn Abi Talib by Hassan Abbas – Paperback Edition

The life and legacy of Islam’s most revered yet contested spiritual figure.

Ali ibn Abi Talib — cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ — is recognized as one of the greatest champions of Islamic thought, ethics, and leadership. In this compelling biography, acclaimed scholar Hassan Abbas delivers a powerful narrative that explores Ali’s profound influence on the development of Islam, his spiritual legacy, and the origins of the Sunni-Shia divide.

As the fourth caliph and a central figure in early Islamic history, Ali's emphasis on wisdom, justice, courage, and compassion continues to inspire Muslims worldwide. Yet debates over his rightful political role have led to centuries of theological division.

Drawing from rich historical sources and contemporary analysis, Abbas shows how Ali's pluralist vision and commitment to justice directly contrast extremist ideologies such as ISIS, Al-Qaeda, and the Taliban. This book offers not only an essential history but a timely call to rediscover a legacy rooted in peace, inclusivity, and moral leadership.

📘 What You’ll Learn:

• The story of Ali’s rise as a spiritual leader and fourth caliph

• The roots of sectarianism in Islamic history

• How Ali’s message counters extremist ideologies

• Why both Sunni and Shia traditions continue to revere him

📖 Product Details:

• Format: Paperback

• Language: English
  

• Genre: Biography, Islamic History, Religious Studies

• Ideal for: Students of Islamic history, interfaith readers, and scholars of the Muslim world

🔖 “A vital exploration of one of the most revered — and misunderstood — figures in Islam.” — Publishers Weekly