History of Islam - Abu Bakr as-Siddiq

Absolutely amazing. Very well written and the best collection of details about the life of Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him). It's a delight to read about everything about this amazing personality at one place with good sources quoted everywhere. Jazak Allahu khayr to the writer for this effort.

The book was rather short yet left me feeling like it was long. There were too many facts in the book that didn't have to do directly with Abu Bakr included so at times, I had to remind myself that this is a biography of him. For instance, at the end in a passing sentence, I found out that Abu Bakr was known for his work in genealogy. I want to know more about that! In my opinion, a biography should make you want to learn more about the person and by chapter 3, I didn't feel as excited. In fact, chapter 3 was the worst written chapter. "Abu Bakr was his kunyah. Do you know what a kunyah is?" - First page of Chapter 3 in this book. Asking a question mid-book that requires as a yes or no answer comes off as patronizing, as if I were being read to as a young child by a teacher. Perhaps this book was designed for kids under the age of 12, which is totally fine, but if that were the case, the sheer number of details given on warfare would have bored any child. I believe the facts were all accurate - just boring and not conveyed properly so this is why I am giving a 3/5 stars.

This book was short and informative giving detail of one of the best men to live of all time. It give a good deal of information of how Abu Baker radiallahunho was.

simple yet very informative and easy to understand

The book was rather short yet left me feeling like it was long. There were too many facts in the book that didn't have to do directly with Abu Bakr included so at times, I had to remind myself that this is a biography of him. For instance, at the end in a passing sentence, I found out that Abu Bakr was known for his work in genealogy. I want to know more about that!In my opinion, a biography should make you want to learn more about the person and by chapter 3, I didn't feel as excited. In fact, chapter 3 was the worst written chapter."Abu Bakr was his kunyah. Do you know what a kunyah is?" - First page of Chapter 3 in this book.Asking a question mid-book that requires as a yes or no answer comes off as patronizing, as if I were being read to as a young child by a teacher. Perhaps this book was designed for kids under the age of 12, which is totally fine, but if that were the case, the sheer number of details given on warfare would have bored any child.I believe the facts were all accurate - just boring and not conveyed properly so this is why I am giving a 3/5 stars.

It is fascinating to hear those humane acts of a person closest to the Messenger of Allah ( SAW). References to make sure that the reader reads authentic information would be of help.

This book provides a good summary of the best companion of the prophet of God. A true best friend and supporter.

Well written book. Must read. Very informative, good insight.Highly recommended. Good for English speaking crowd who could not get so many such books.

The book is good but still would have covered more on life of Hazrath Abu Bakar as-Siddiq (RAZ).

Good Print