Letters to a Young Muslim

Download or read book Letters to a Young Muslim written by Omar Saif Ghobash and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2017-01-03 with total page 161 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The UAE ambassador to Russia shares a bold and intimate exploration of what it means to be Muslim in the 21st century. In a series of personal letters to his sons, Omar Saif Ghobash tackles the dilemmas facing not only young Muslims but everyone navigating the complexities of today’s world. Full of thoughtful reflections on faith, culture and society, Letters to a Young Muslim is a courageous manifesto that celebrates individuality while recognizing our shared humanity. Combining the worldly experience of a diplomat and the personal responsibility of a father, Ghobash stresses the importance of empathy and critical thinking. With an intimate and hopeful glimpse into a world many are unfamiliar with, this book sheds light on the everyday struggles of Muslims around the globe. *One of Time's Most Anticipated Books of 2017, a Bustle Best Nonfiction Pick for January 2017, a Chicago Review of Books Best Book to Read in January 2017, a Stylist Magazine Best Book of 2017, included in New Statesman's What to Read in 2017*