Finding Peace in the Holy Land by Lauren Booth
A timely and adventurous memoir by Tony Blair's sister-in-law, exploring issues of faith, family and identity.
"An absolutely fascinating read from beginning to end, Finding Peace in the Holy Land: A British Muslim Memoir is an extraordinary story and a welcome contribution to our current national dialogue regarding Muslim beliefs and compatibility with western cultural values" Mid-West Book Review "deftly written and impressively detailed" Mid-West Book Review "A passionately written account of her journey into Islam, Booth's memoir bears witness that things happen for a purpose" Islamic Horizons "Lauren Booth experienced a deep spiritual awakening. A woman who exudes a sense of mission and demonstrates how liberation can be achieved at a personal level." Christina Longden, Author "Whatever you think of Lauren Booth's politics, Islam or her message, this book is a fascinating read. Absorbing and forthright. I couldn't put it down." Nicky Campbell, BBC broadcaster and presenter "A captivating modern pilgrimage. Booth's road to Mecca offers a precious and unique insight into the modern Islamic reality." Shaykh Abdal Hakim Murad, scholar, writer and academic "I would highly recommend (this book) for anyone wishing to learn about one of most fascinating Muslim personalities of our time." Imam Zaid Shakir, American scholar, co-founder Zaytuna College "Finding Peace in the Holy Land' is a profound, exciting and often amusing journey trying to make sense of Booth's own life and her search for identity.The path she uses to get there should inspire us to be equally daring and to think outside the proverbial box. Booth's memoir is as whimsical as it is deep, sincere and thoughtful. A beautiful book." Dr. Ramzy Baroud journalist, author of The Last Earth: A Palestinian Story "Beautifully written, a candid and engaging quest for truth. Above all, a message of hope." Farooq Murad, Director General of Islamic Foundation "As she challenges injustice and oppression, Booth finds hope, meaning, and salvation in the the cauldron of the Middle East. An engaging, intelligent and highly relevant memoir." CJ Werleman, author of Koran Curious "It made me laugh out loud and cry tears over Gaza. A delicious and inspiring book. You will not put it down." Greta Berlin, co-founder Freegaza Movement "A remarkable spiritual and personal journey with unique insights to illuminate all kinds of reader." Peter Gould, designer, creative entrepreneur and artist "Poignant, moving and funny... brilliantly joined up writing and joined up thinking." Victor Lewis Smith, TV and film producer "[This book] has made a genuine, lasting, impact on me and I'm sure it will do the same to you." Abdur Raheem Green, chairman and co-founder IERA
Lauren Booth has presented radio and TV series for amongst others; BBC Radio London, British Muslim TV, Press TV and the Islam Channel. She publishes articles across a wide platform and continues to tour internationally as a public speaker. Her talks focus on human rights, Islamophobia in the media, Palestinian justice and her own conversion to Islam.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781847741202 |
| ISBN 10 | 1847741207 |
| Title | Finding Peace in the Holy Land |
| Author | Lauren Booth |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Kube Publishing Ltd |
| Year published | 2018-07-05 |
| Number of pages | 256 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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