xiii, 390p., 25 cm. (Encyclopaedia of Islam Series)
CONTENTS
CONTENTS:- 1. Historical Background: The Dark Age..; 2. Life of a Brave Man: Early Life, the Youngest Convert..; 3. Post-Migration Period: Married Life, Campaign against Jews..; 4. Centre of Power: Governor of Medina..; 5. Fourth Caliph: Elected Caliph..; 6. The Kufa Years: Shift of Capital..; 7. The Achievements: Great Administrator..; 8. Illustrious Wife: Hadrat Fatima Zohra (R.A.A.); 9. Principles of Administration: General Morals, Treasure and Revenue..; 10. Servant of Islam: Character, Piety and Excellence..; 11. The Gems: Words of Worth.
