What do cherry pies, happy chickens, and contented cats have to do with religion? Witty and clever, the author manages to bring her daily episodes into focus by viewing them through her unique understanding of the Universal Quran Her stories are often comical, but she also finds meanings in tragic situations Lindas unique journey to Islam is captured in her brief autobiography, and then she examines her rural life in a series of ninetynine parables Each parable begins with a Quranic passage, followed by a personal story Each parable merges into a thoughtful discourse that applies the Scripture to daily, modern living Lindas wordsculpting incorporates wit, wisdom, science, and spirit She excites the mind and stirs imagination Her words inspire to dip into the bottomless well of divine water The book uses rural wisdom to explore an array of diverse topics Values, ethics, and morals emanate from pages concerning such issues as citizenship and environmental responsibilities Uncommon advice can be found on subjects ranging from marriage to war to universal harmony Theology and science combine to probe such mysteries as space and time and eternal life Fresh insights are provided on controversial issues such as abortion and gay rights Even with such serious topics as these, the authors wit and humor keep the content lively Elegant pencil illustrations add to the elegance and charm of this unique book Regardless of the readers religion, this book will enlighten, encourage, and inspire With interfaith sensitivity, the author shows the beauty of Islams true message while not ignoring the problems affecting Islam as the conflicted religion of today The book is especially helpful to new converts to Islam as it gives commonsense advice on comfortably emerging from a previous religion Vintage Muslims will find new insights, and readers of other faiths will learn about Islam in an entertaining and fascinating way Other books by Linda iLham Barto: Backpacks Full of Love (The Zakat Foundation), Where the Ghost Camel Grins: Muslim Fables for Families of all Faiths (Tahrike Tarsile Quran), Ramadan Rhapsody: A Daily Celebration (Amana Publications), The Bible and the Quran at the Edge of Renaissance: A JudeoChristianMuslim Compass to a World of Peace (Mill City Press), The Emergence of God: And Other Topics (Light Switch Press), A Universal Message Interpreted from the Holy Quran (Light Switch Press) See her Facebook page LitbyLinda