Skip to content

The Nightingale

RSS
  • Wardah Books of the Year 2023

    Wardah Books of the Year 2023

    Salaam Dear Reader. The tide of the year turns. The monsoon darkens the sky and the edges of leaves glisten with silver raindrops. The mercury drops a little; the heat becoming slightly less oppressive for birds to rest and refuel...

    Read now
  • Readers’ Choice 2023 Shortlist

    Readers’ Choice 2023 Shortlist

    As is our custom now for several years, at the start of December we start a poll for you to decide collectively the most significant books of the year. The poll is open now and closes on 8 December. We will announce inshaAllah the Readers’ Choice a week after that on 15 December.
    Read now
  • Get the Kids Ready for Ramadan!

    Get the Kids Ready for Ramadan!

    Ramadhan is a special month of fasting, praying, giving and togetherness. Introduce the young ones to this blessed month through the following books filled with captivating stories and fun activities.
    Read now
  • Navigating Islamic History

    Navigating Islamic History

    Understand how various caliphates, dynasties, and regimes succeeded each other across time and across the globe, navigating epoch-defining matters such as the Industrial Revolution, Colonialism, Mercantilism, and the rise of nation-states.
    Read now
  • Conference of the Birds

    Conference of the Birds

    Shaykh Faridduddin Attar's timeless allegory of the birds that go on a journey has been retold countless times since it was first written in the 12th century. The journey represents the path towards God and the birds encounter seven obstacles or 'valleys' that they have to overcome to attain their goal. 
    Read now