Marmaduke William Pickthall
Muhammad Marmaduke Pickthall was an English Islamic scholar noted for his 1930 English translation of the Quran, called The Meaning of the Glorious Koran. His translation of the Quran is one of the most widely known and used in the English-speaking world. A convert from Christianity to Islam, Pickthall was a novelist, esteemed by D. H. Lawrence, H. G. Wells, and E. M. Forster, as well as journalists, political and religious leaders. He declared his conversion to Islam in dramatic fashion after delivering a talk on 'Islam and Progress' on 29 November 1917, to the Muslim Literary Society in Notting Hill, West London.
The House of Islâm
Brothers with contrasting views of duty and faith find themselves caught in a web of loyalty and honor within the complexities of the Ottoman Empire.
By Marmaduke William Pickthall
Veiled Women
In a world of tradition and change, secrets, envy, and love collide when an English woman marries into a wealthy Egyptian family, creating a volatile mix of culture and conflict.
By Marmaduke William Pickthall
The Valley of the Kings
In a culturally rich Middle Eastern setting, a young artist’s dreams ignite a battle against societal norms, familial expectations, and the search for where he truly belongs.
By Marmaduke William Pickthall
Oriental Encounters: Palestine and Syria, 1894-6
Embarking on a journey to the East, a traveler navigates cultural divides, seeking genuine connection and understanding in the landscapes of Palestine and Syria.
By Marmaduke William Pickthall