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Below we feature our selected titles for , all four of which have been substantially reduced until the end of the month.
Jihad: the Rise of Militant Islam in Central Asia The terrorist attacks of September 11th have turned European's attentions to areas of the globe about which we know very little. Ahmed Rashid, who explored Afghanistan's Taliban regime in a book which became a number one bestseller, here turns his skills as an investigative journalist to the five Central Asian republics adjacent to Afghanistan. Central Asia is coming to play a vital strategic role in the war on terrorism, but the region also poses new threats to global security. Although this book is a tad biased against Muslim movements which are fighting dictatorial oppression in Central Asia, it is a useful guide to a potential political hot-spot in the 21st century. 
"Topical and eye-opening... highly recommended" The Muslim News, UK 
Rashid's previous book on Afghanistan is available in paperback - Taliban 
The Holy Quran Abdullah Yusuf Ali provides a comprehensive and highly accurate translation of the Quran. This one has both the original Arabic text as well as its translation in English. It also features very informative footnotes which helps the reader understand each verse better. Ali's version of the most widely read book in the world is respected and trusted by the majority of the Muslim scholars. A succinct, clear and definitive translation.
To see another bestselling translation of the Quran click here
Imam Bukhari's Hadith This book is the most authenticated collection of the traditions of the Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him). It contains thousands of hadith and is an invaluable guide for Muslims who want to understand and improve their practice of Islam. All Muslims should read Imam Bukhari's hadith regularly as they provide guidance on how to attempt to emulate the practices of the Prophet Mohammed (pbuh). A fountain of knowledge and wisdom.
A more light-weight collection of hadith can be found here
 Princess While living in Saudi Arabia, Jean Sasson befriends a princess named Sultana. Sultana wants her life to be known and she gives Sasson her diaries and notes, entrusting her to write her life story. The result is a vivid depiction of the restrictions of Saudi Arabian society and the raw, corrupt, and unquestionable power of the royal males and some religious leaders who twist the benevolant teachings of Islam. 'Princess' is an intimate look at one woman's struggle against the injustices of a repressive society, which, whilst claiming to be Islamic, transcends it's teaching of treating women with decency and respect. A European bestseller.
Find out about Sasson's latest book, Ester's Child, which was published in 2001 here 
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