Ard Allah (Land of God)

"Ard Allah" (God's Earth) by Dr. Ayman Otoom travels deep into history to unveil one of the most remarkable true stories of spiritual and intellectual resilience. The novel chronicles the life of "Omar Ibn Said," a Muslim scholar from Senegal who was abducted in 1807 and sold into slavery in the United States. Through highly eloquent and touching prose, Otoom depicts Omar's long journey through enslavement, showcasing how he preserved his Islamic identity and Arabic language despite the brutality of American plantations, becoming the only enslaved person to write his autobiography in Arabic in the US. The novel stands as a powerful outcry against oppression and racism, demonstrating that the human spirit and intellect can never be shackled.

To discover a stunning, lesser-known historical account of Islamic roots in early America, and enjoy an inspiring human epic proving how knowledge and faith triumph over oppression and slavery.

For enthusiasts of authentic historical fiction based on true events, readers interested in biographies, civil rights, and anti-racism literature, and fans of Dr. Ayman Otoom's powerful and deeply purposeful storytelling.