--- product_id: 7523453 title: "The Road to Mecca" price: "£22.92" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7523453-the-road-to-mecca store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # 4.7/5 star acclaim Cross-cultural journey Classic literary gem The Road to Mecca **Price:** £22.92 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🌟 Unlock the extraordinary journey of faith and identity — don’t miss the book that’s changing minds worldwide! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Road to Mecca - **How much does it cost?** £22.92 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7523453-the-road-to-mecca) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Highly Rated & Trusted:** Join thousands of readers who rate this book 4.7 stars for its profound impact and eloquence. - • **Culturally Rich Narrative:** Experience a unique journey from European origins to Islamic enlightenment, bridging worlds and beliefs. - • **Timeless Autobiographical Insight:** Dive into Muhammad Asad’s extraordinary life story that reshapes perspectives on faith and identity. - • **Free Shipping on Qualifying Orders:** Get this influential read delivered to your doorstep without extra cost—because knowledge should be accessible. - • **Collector’s Choice - Used but Pristine:** Own a well-preserved copy that carries the charm of a beloved classic with eco-friendly appeal. ## Overview The Road to Mecca is Muhammad Asad’s acclaimed autobiography, tracing his transformation from a European Jew to a pioneering Muslim thinker. Celebrated for its eloquent prose and deep cultural insights, this used copy in good condition offers a rare chance to explore a life that bridges continents and beliefs, backed by a 4.7-star rating from nearly 400 readers. ## Description In this extraordinary and beautifully-written autobiography, Asad tells of his initial rejection of all institutional religions, his entree into Taoism, his fascinating travels as a diplomat, and finally his embrace of Islam. Review: In my top 3 favorite books of all time - A truly amazing and accomplished life lived. One of the most influential books I've read in my life and gave me a more enlightened perspective on my own faith. Muhammad Asad's writing and eloquence are unmatched and it comes across in what is essentially an autobiography. I keep going back every few years to read it because it really just is that good! Review: The search for inner peace - Muhammed Assad was a gifted journalist. This gift makes the reading of his Near East adventures a highly entertaining experience. The son of wealthy Jewish parents, he came to Palestine in the early 1920's, became an Anti-Zionist and fell in love with the Arab world. He returned to Europe after many adventurous journeys, married a woman 14 years older then he was, became a Muslim, and went back East. The story is told through the memories entertained during a camel ride to Mecca in the early 1930's (although written about 20 years later). Asad was a fearless man (he once walked from Haifa to Damscus without a passport, and later dodged bullets while trying to advise the Sanusi rebels in Libya against fascist Italy). He had an enormous talent for languages - he could speak fluent Arabic and Persian, in addition to the European languages and Hebrew. He was immediately attracted to Islam. Even before becoming a Muslim he had nothing but praise for it. According to him, Islam is completely class -less, accommodating spiritual and physical needs perfectly. Asad's criticism of the Western value system seems relevant today at least as it was then. We might not share his conclusion and choose Islam, but we cant deny that there is something wrong in the Western way of life. The book DOES NOT include Asad's Indian and Pakistanian years. I do not know what book this information is from, and I would really want to get it, as I heard Asad WAS one of the people behind the estblishment of Pakistan. I recommand this truly extraordinary and enlightening book to everyone interested in what is really going on in the world. ## Features - Used Book in Good Condition ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #57,405 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #1 in Mecca in Islam #20 in History of Islam | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 396 Reviews | ## Images ![The Road to Mecca - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61xP--zaXuL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ In my top 3 favorite books of all time *by M***. on March 23, 2025* A truly amazing and accomplished life lived. One of the most influential books I've read in my life and gave me a more enlightened perspective on my own faith. Muhammad Asad's writing and eloquence are unmatched and it comes across in what is essentially an autobiography. I keep going back every few years to read it because it really just is that good! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The search for inner peace *by N***R on January 14, 2002* Muhammed Assad was a gifted journalist. This gift makes the reading of his Near East adventures a highly entertaining experience. The son of wealthy Jewish parents, he came to Palestine in the early 1920's, became an Anti-Zionist and fell in love with the Arab world. He returned to Europe after many adventurous journeys, married a woman 14 years older then he was, became a Muslim, and went back East. The story is told through the memories entertained during a camel ride to Mecca in the early 1930's (although written about 20 years later). Asad was a fearless man (he once walked from Haifa to Damscus without a passport, and later dodged bullets while trying to advise the Sanusi rebels in Libya against fascist Italy). He had an enormous talent for languages - he could speak fluent Arabic and Persian, in addition to the European languages and Hebrew. He was immediately attracted to Islam. Even before becoming a Muslim he had nothing but praise for it. According to him, Islam is completely class -less, accommodating spiritual and physical needs perfectly. Asad's criticism of the Western value system seems relevant today at least as it was then. We might not share his conclusion and choose Islam, but we cant deny that there is something wrong in the Western way of life. The book DOES NOT include Asad's Indian and Pakistanian years. I do not know what book this information is from, and I would really want to get it, as I heard Asad WAS one of the people behind the estblishment of Pakistan. I recommand this truly extraordinary and enlightening book to everyone interested in what is really going on in the world. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Enchanting! *by F***A on March 6, 2011* This is one of the best books written by a Muslim convert,and I have to say that I was blown away by the amount of enlightening comments and views that Mr.Asad has included in his journey to becoming a Muslim.It is so bewildering to read and understand how a religion like Islam,so profound and dignified, could change a person like Mr.Asad to change his religion and ,ultimately,his ideas about life,God and people.This book is interesting to read because the style of writing is easty to understand,the description he uses to include the reader in the events is quite vivid and the personal remarks about people,places and politics are worth considering.In my opinion,this is not only a book,it is a treasured narrative that seems like a running documentary about a foreigner discovering the Middle East with all its grandeur and tragedies. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Road to Mecca - Muhammad: His Life Based on the Earliest Sources - Islam and the Destiny of Man --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7523453-the-road-to-mecca](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/7523453-the-road-to-mecca) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*