Islamic Biography Books — Prophet Muhammad, Companions, Scholars & Women of Islam

Islamic biography books tell the lives of the Prophets, the Companions, the great scholars and the women of Islam, so readers can learn from their faith and character. Shop Islamic biography books and Muslim biographies from Darussalam UK, with fast UK delivery.

Biographies of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the Prophets

The Sealed Nectar by Safiur Rahman Mubarakpuri is the award-winning biography of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, tracing his life in order. The Noble Life of the Prophet by Dr. Ali Muhammad Sallabi is an in-depth three-volume study of nearly 2,000 pages, and Muhammad: As If You Can See Him by Dr. Aid al-Qarni is a heartfelt tribute to his character. For the lives of all the Messengers, Stories of the Prophets by Ibn Kathir narrates them from Adam to Muhammad, and is also available as a four-colour edition. For more, see our Seerah books.

Companions, caliphs and scholars

Golden Stories of Abu Bakr As-Siddeeq and Golden Stories of Umar Ibn Al-Khattab are illustrated biographies by Abdul Malik Mujahid. Shining Stars Among the Prophet’s Companions tells the stories of 18 of the greatest Companions in two volumes. Scholars are covered by The Biography of Imam Ibn Majah, Imam Abu Dawood and Imam Ibn al-Qayyim. Browse more in our Sahaba books, Imams and scholars and Islamic history books.

Women of Islam

Great Women of Islam tells the true stories of the Mothers of the Believers and sixteen women Companions who received the good news of Paradise. The Honorable Wives of the Prophet by Darussalam Research Center covers the life, conduct and important events of each wife of the Prophet ﷺ. Younger readers can start with our Islamic books for kids, and our books for women have more.

Frequently asked questions

What are Islamic biography books?

Islamic biography books tell the true life stories of the Prophets, the Companions, the scholars and the women of Islam, drawn from authentic sources.

Which is the best biography of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to start with?

The Sealed Nectar is the most popular choice, as an award-winning single-volume biography. The Noble Life of the Prophet is a deeper three-volume study.

Do you have Stories of the Prophets by Ibn Kathir?

Yes. We stock Stories of the Prophets by Ibn Kathir in the standard edition and in a four-colour edition.

Do you have books on the Sahaba and the caliphs?

Yes. Our range includes Golden Stories of Abu Bakr and Umar, Shining Stars Among the Prophet’s Companions and the History of Islam series on the four caliphs.