The Prophet’s Heir: The Life of Ali ibn Abi Talib
The Life of Ali ibn Abi Talib
Publication Specifications
Publisher: Yale University Press · 2021
Author: Dr. Hassan Abbas
Translations: Persian (Tehran), Urdu (Islamabad), Turkish (Istanbul)
Formats: Hardcover, Paperback, Digital & Audio
A vital and illuminating biography of Ali ibn Abi Talib, the fourth caliph of Sunni Islam and the first Imam of Shi’a Islam. Abbas reconstructs Ali’s life, teachings, spiritual wisdom, and struggle for social justice in the foundational era of Islamic history.
“A profound and eloquent study of one of history's most compelling leaders. Abbas writes with historical rigor and spiritual insight.”
International Editions & Translations
Global CirculationSouth Asian Academic Press
Authorized regional translation and institutional distribution across South Asia.
Indian Subcontinent Edition
Published and circulated across university libraries, research centers and academic repositories.
Tehran Academic Press
Specialized regional translation with scholarly critical apparatus and historical commentary.
Monograph & Seminar Edition
Circulated in major international libraries and university research archives.
Critical Acclaim & Academic Reviews
“A landmark contribution to Islamic historiography, bridging sectarian divides through rigorous primary archival research.”
— Prof. Francis Robinson — University of London
“Combines deep archival scholarship with accessible, lucid prose. An indispensable reference for scholars, students, and general readers alike.”
— Scholarly Press Review
40+ International Lectures & University Keynotes
Course Syllabi & Examination Adoption
Faculty PortalUniversity instructors and professors across international security, Middle Eastern studies, and Islamic history may request digital examination copies for syllabus design.
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