AuthorsBookshop.com: Scattered Pictures:

Dr Cornel West, author of Democracy Matters, #1 Best Seller.:

"Imam Zaid Shakir is one of the towering principle voices not only in contemporary Islam, but in American society.�

British political philosopher Dr. Roger Scruton, author of �Culture Counts: Faith and Feeling in a World Besieged.�:

On the issue of civilization, one has to remember that Islamic Civilization is a very important episode in our history of mankind, and someone like Imam Zaid Shakir is a student of it and knows the literature and what it has achieved. And many of the big, loud-mouthed voices in modern politics pretend to speak for Islam and don�t speak for that civilization at all. They have lost all contact with the philosophers and the poets�.

The New York Times:

Describes Imam Zaid Shakir as a �leading intellectual light�, a gifted scholar, author and lecturer, is fast becoming one of the most influential voices for Islam in the West, as well as a compelling force for the improvement of race relations in America.

Sulayman S. Nyang, Ph.D., Howard University:

Imam Zaid Shakir has compiled in this volume a number of his articles which address some of the burning issues that challenge all religious men and women in the United States of America and beyond. What is remarkable about this text is its message of hope. Deeply rooted in the Western and Islamic traditions, and bent on reconciling and profiting from both of them, Imam Shakir has written a text that could serve as a useful model for younger Muslims coming from a similar background. His reflections in this text have made it clear to me that the person who wrote this book is a man whose mental furniture has been properly re-arranged by his encounter with the Qur�an and the legacy of Prophet Muhammad. Muslims and non-Muslims will find much inspiration from teh messages that are beautifully packaged for those who think seriously and critically.�

Dr. Noreen Kassem, A reviewer, Canada.:

A brilliant examination of current issues, Scattered Pictures, Reflections of an American Muslim is a collection of fourteen essays powerful in their essence and eloquence, including �Jihad is Not Perpetual Warfare� and �We Are All Collateral Damage.� Each essay is a literary work of utmost importance that addresses critical and controversial issues. Imam Zaid Shakir, a former professor and member of the United States Air Force, as well as a leading intellectual, analyzes and reconciles the convergence of Islam and the West. Written in a direct and candid style, each page delivers vivid, resonating detail and effective information. Imam Shakir provides prescriptive guidance for the betterment of the human community and his book will undoubtedly be difficult for readers to disregard. His messages are relevant to anyone interested in the conscious culmination of a healthy and harmonious understanding of humanity within and across global boundaries.

Sana Khan, A university student - Canada.:

The best anthology of Muslim life in America and what Islam says on key issues. Imam Zaid Shakir is among the greatest Western thinkers. Reading Scattered Pictures gave me a clear picture of the life and journey of a Muslim. It also gave me insight on many controversial and important issues in Islam. The author has a political/ international realtions background as well as knowledge of Islam. What better credentials to write about the issues that affect each of us today. With fundamentalists, terrorism, war and misinformation we need writers like this one to open the doors to a better future.

Syed Huda, USA.:

In his book Scattered Pictures: Reflections of An American Muslim, Imam Zaid Shakir confronts a myriad of provocative issues facing the contemporary muslim. His elegant style in writing his essays convey the insight and clarity sought by muslims confused on how to define Jihad, or how to define Human Rights within the Islamic tradition. In short, this is a great book that provides the inspiration for religious minded individuals in America and abroad.

Michael Wolfe, author of The Hadj: An American�s Pilgrimage to Mecca:

�This collection of Zaid Shakir�s essays is long overdue. For some years now he has brought a clarity of mind and feeling to substantive issues challenging Muslims today. It is good to see some of his fire-fly, lightning bolt thinking captured in words and put between covers.�

Yahiya Emerick, author of Muhammmad (Critical Lives series):

�The clarity with which Imam shakir delves into issues such as the true nature of jihad and the relationship between Islam and the African American struggle leaves the reader with new insights and imparts him or her a satisfying resolution to many unspoken issues and hardened realizations common to man Muslims today.�

A Reader From San Jose, CA:

�Your writings take me to another level in understanding Islam. I�ve gone from curious, to interested, to fascinated�and, now, to your thought provoking & (positively) challenging works!�

Tariq Subhani, PA:

�Imam Zaid Shakir is one of the brilliant thinkers of our time. His writings prove to be a source of clarity in a time of confusion for both Muslims and non-Muslims alike. It is quite rare to find an individual who is well versed in both the Islamic and Western traditions. In Scattered Pictures, he has compiled some of his truly thought provoking essays from the past few years. He has dealt with both traditional issues, such as the true meaning of Jihad to the more contemporary issues, and challenges faced by American Muslims after September 11th. This book will give you a glimpse into Islam, which is rarely seen in today�s world. I highly recommend this book.�

A homeowner, a reviewer, USA.:

Outstanding Brilliance in literature! It truly Speaks out Volumes for itself!

Yasmin, A reviewer, USA:

Remarkable, Insightful, Intellectually stimulating and uplifting, Policy-making Approach to Literary Brilliance! This Book not only covers the whole life of An American African Muslim living in America but also provides the solutions to the ills faced by all western thinking muslim students of thought and non muslims alike. Nothing makes better reading!

A reviewer, USA:

I think that Imam Zaid Shakir did a great job. this book is very interesting I recommend it to all young people.

Anna, Someone who loves books, USA.:

Great Book! I think that Imam Zaid Shakir is a great speaker and the book has a lot influence on the young generation like me. He is a great outspoken down to earth person. I really think that the youth should really get this book. It�s great.