Whose rock is enshrined inside the golden Dome of Jerusalem? The rock of Moses or of Muhammad? Kanan Makiya gathers together the stories, legends, ...
read full description
reviews
Mar 30, 2009
Sarah
rated it: 
Set in Jerusalem, this tale covers the momentous time from the death of the Prophet Muhammad to the rapid spread of Islam. Told through the eyes of Ishaq, son of a learned Yemeni Jew, this story traces the events that led to the building of Islam’s first monument, the Dome of the Rock, at a holy site for Jews, Christians and Muslims alike.
Appeals: Very scholarly account well grounded in both history and lore from multiple religions’ points of view. Good choice for someone with a soli More...
Appeals: Very scholarly account well grounded in both history and lore from multiple religions’ points of view. Good choice for someone with a soli More...
Nov 05, 2011
Diane
rated it: 
One of the most difficult books I have read recently and nearly impossible for me to review. The story is told by the Ishaq son of Ka'b a Jewish scholar in the 7th century. I think the author does a remarkable job of trying to keep the 7th c voice but still readable in the 21st century. The Jewish scholar knew the prophet Mohammed and although remaining Jewish, became a follower and Believer. He also became the confidant of the next several leaders of the faith and moves to Jerusalem with the Be
More...
May 08, 2009
Suzi
rated it: 
Historical fiction of a time we know only through oral tradition and legend - faux fiction? Faux History? The underpinnings of the hatred surrounding The Rock.
Nov 16, 2008
Larry
rated it: 
A fascinating piece of fiction by a young Iraqi idealist who became a part of the ex-patriate community upon whom Cheney and Rumsfeld placed irresponsible reliance in the run up to the war. The story revolves around a follower of the Prophet who led the forces that captured Jerusalum from the Christian forces in the seventh century. It gives many illuminating views into the histories of both Islam and Christianity. The author has evident intellectual gifts and could be a voice in bridging the po
More...
Jun 18, 2011
Ernest
rated it:
Extremely well researched book about the history of the Dome of the Rock, written in historical fiction format. However, it is not an easy read mainly due to the writing style.
Jan 22, 2012
Jan 13, 2012
Jan 05, 2012
Dec 05, 2011
Oct 17, 2011
Sep 21, 2011
Sep 07, 2011
Aug 14, 2011
Jul 27, 2011
Jun 11, 2011
Jun 11, 2011
Jun 11, 2011
Apr 08, 2011
Aug 23, 2010
Aug 05, 2010
Jun 16, 2010
