The story of Islam

"The Story of Islam" by Theodore R. W. Lunt is a historical exploration of Islam’s beginnings, core beliefs, and growth, especially focusing on the Prophet Muhammad's life. The book seeks to explain Islamic civilization by looking at its successes and its interactions with the rest of the world. The story starts by placing Islam in its Arabian environment, telling about Muhammad's early years, the sorrow of losing his parents, his childhood with the Bedouins, and his important connections in Mecca. Lunt paints a picture of how the desert and tribal customs influenced Muhammad, showing how these early experiences shaped his prophetic path and had a big effect on his personality and faith.