ABU BAKR: THE FIRST CALIPH is a short biography of the man who led the Islamic community after the death of the Prophet (peace be upon him).
     This book tries to catch for the younger generation some of the spirit of the times by bringing into focus the personalities involved. Abu Bakr was the most dedicated Companion of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). This book tells of the great personal sacrifices made by Abu Bakr before and after he became the first Calip of Islam and shows with what great insight he overcame the initial difficulties and disrupted the forces of evil which were fighting tooth and nail to arrest the rising tide of the Islamic movement. It also brings to light the great organisational and administrative talents with which he served the Islamic state and built it with great care and cuation. This authentic story of his life and times is told in a style easy to read and enjoy.

Paperback: 44 pages
Publisher: The Islamic Foundation
Language: English
ISBN: 0950395447
Product Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 8 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds