Defining Legends-An Analysis of Afrocentric Writings Against Islam By Abdulhaq Al-Ashanti

• ISBN: 9781916475618
• Author: Abdulhaq Al-Ashanti
• Binding: Hardcover
• Pages: 388
• Size: 9.7 x 6.5 x 1.3 inch
• Publication Year: 2019
• Language: English
• Publisher: Dar Al-ArqamAbout This Book:

Defining Legends is a 2019 book by Abdulhaq Al-Ashanti that analyzes and critiques Afrocentric perspectives on Islam, arguing that some Afrocentric claims are based on anti-Islamic sources, including Eurocentric Christian, Freemasonic, and Zionist ones The book critically evaluates what it calls "black Orientalism" and extremist Afrocentric claims, refuting them with new evidence. It addresses the rise of Afrocentric thought in the West and the concurrent increase in converts to Islam among people of African heritage since the 1960s. 

Key aspects of Defining Legends

Analysis of Afrocentric thought: 

The book analyzes Afrocentric thought, particularly the claim that Islam was established by Arab invaders who exploited Africa. 

Critique of sources: 

Al-Ashanti argues that many Afrocentric arguments against Islam have roots in Eurocentric anti-Islamic sources, such as those from European Christians, Freemasons, and Zionists. 

Counter-argument: 

The author presents new evidence and arguments to challenge and refute the claims made by some Afrocentric thinkers and in "black Orientalism". 

Origin of the book: 

Defining Legends began as a 75-page work in 1999 and grew over time through the author's adaptation, rejection, and addition of new material. 

Author's background: 

Abdulhaq Al-Ashanti is described as being of Ghanaian origin, born and raised in the UK, and holding degrees in African History and African Studies with a specialization in the history of Islam in Africa from the School of Oriental and African Studies, University of London.