622 – 750
Islam began with the life of Muhammad, who is considered the last prophet in Islam. Muhammad’s teachings, received in Mecca, formed the basis of the Islamic faith. His messages spread rapidly, leading to the establishment of the first Islamic communities. After his death, the early Islamic empires, including the Rashidun and Umayyad Caliphates, expanded rapidly, uniting vast regions under Islamic rule. This period saw the development of key religious practices, cultural advancements, and a significant influence on world history through trade and scholarship.
Muhammad
Gorgeous picture-book biography of Muhammad
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Burning Boats: The Birth of Muslim Spain
Adventure story set in early Muslim Spain
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What Life Was Like in the Lands of the Prophet
Life in the early Islamic empires
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Early Islamic Empires
Overview of the early Islamic empires
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Science, Medicine, and Math in the Early Islamic World
Focus on the science, math, and medicine in the early Islamic world
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Arts and Culture in the Early Islamic World
Focus on the arts and culture of the early Islamic world
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