'Uthman Ibn 'Affan: Legend or Liability?

by Heather N Keaney and Heather N. Keaney

'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...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1786076977
• ISBN13: 9781786076977
• Release Date: March 2021
• Publisher: Oneworld Academic
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.2" x 8.6"