Finding Peace in the Holy Land by Lauren Booth

Finding Peace in the Holy Land by Lauren Booth

Finding Peace in the Holy Land is a perfectly timed memoir told with brisk honesty and sharp humour. Sweeping from the suburbs of North London to the olive groves of Palestine, it explores a life of excess-to-spirituality impacted by the struggle of a distant people. Paddling the celebrity shallows of the 1990's as `Tony Blair's sister-in-law', Lauren Booth explored everything city life had on offer; appearing on reality TV shows and at the opening of a paper bag (if it meant freebies). Yet, as a cautious Christian, she was drawn to the Holy Land too. Given the chance to visit Palestine, instead of finding the faith of her Catholic heritage, she became embroiled in the people's struggle, accidentally breaking a deadly siege by land and sea, playing handball with Hamas and witnessing daily acts of patience and courage which would change her forever. Above all Finding Peace in the Holy Land is a witty personal odyssey calling the reader to consider the universal question; `what's this life thing all about?'

"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.