Ali, Slayer of Arabs
| Author | Ghasem Gharehdaghi |
|---|---|
| Original title | علی، قتال العرب |
| Illustrator | |
| Country | Denmark |
| Language | English |
| Subject | Historical criticism |
| Genre | Non-fiction, religious criticism |
| Publisher | Avaye Buf |
Publication date | 2025 |
| Media type | Print (hardcover and paperback), e-book, audiobook |
| Pages | 132 |
| ISBN | 978-8794295871 Search this book on  . |
Ali, Slayer of Arabs (Persian: علی، قتال العرب) is a non-fiction book written in English by Ghasem Gharehdaghi, an engineer, poet, and researcher. It was published in 2025 by Avaye Buf.[1][2] The book offers a critical perspective on the historical figure Ali ibn Abi Talib, examining both religious and historical narratives from a research-based analytical viewpoint.[3]
Synopsis
The author revisits the life and political role of Ali ibn Abi Talib by referencing Islamic and non-Islamic historical sources. The central focus is on Ali's role in wars, politics, and the formative years of Islam. Gharehdaghi presents arguments and documents to portray Ali as a human political figure rather than a divine or idealized leader, aiming to encourage critical discussion of historical narratives.[3][4]
Publication and distribution
The book was first published in 2025 by the Danish publisher Avaye Buf in print and e-book formats. The print edition spans 132 pages, with dimensions 229 × 152 × 7 mm.[2] An audiobook version is also available through Google Play Books and other international platforms.[4]
Reception
The book has been discussed in secular and freethought media. Freethinkers International praised it for presenting Ali as a political figure with human traits and for challenging prevailing taboos in religious historiography.[3]
See also
References
- ↑ Ali, Slayer of Arabs. Avaye Buf. 2025. ISBN 978-87-94295-88-8. Retrieved 8 August 2025. Search this book on
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Ali, Slayer of Arabs". Waterstones. Avaye Buf. 2025. Retrieved 8 August 2025.
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 "Book review: Ali, Slayer of Arabs". Freethinkers International. 2025. Retrieved 8 August 2025.
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 ALI: Slayer of Arabs. Avaye Buf. 2025. ISBN 978-8794295871. Search this book on
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