Here is a fascinating book about the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him). After reading it, you will learn a lot not only about Muhammad himself, but also about Arabia, the Arabs and the times in which he lived. The author of the book, Washington Irving, is called the father of American literature. He was one of the first to write a biography of the Prophet of Islam. To this day, Irving's book is considered the best biography of Muhammad written by a Christian. The book is imbued with deep respect for the personality and activities of the great man who changed the course of world history. The text details Muhammad's biography, his birth, his infancy and adolescence, his travels and exploits, Muhammad's appearance and character, and his view of his prophetic activities.