People of the Book: The Forgotten History of Islam and the West – Zachary Karabell

We live in a world polarized by the ongoing conflict between Muslims, Christians and Jews, but – in an extraordinary narrative spanning fourteen centuries – Zachary Karabell argues that the relationship between Islam and the West has never been simply one of animosity and competition, but has also comprised long periods of cooperation and coexistence. Through a rich tapestry of stories and a compelling cast of characters, People of the Book uncovers known history, and forgotten history