When she became a Muslim and married an Arab almost three decades ago, Patricia Skinner’s distraught father predicted that she was destined to be sold into the slave trade! Almost thirty years later Patricia has an enviably stable life and is still living in the Middle East. In a heartfelt effort to bridge the information—and credibility—gap that exists between Muslims and non-Muslims, she wrote a book on Islam, based on her experiences and her deep knowledge of Islam. ISLAM: THE FACTS is no less than a guide to what’s true and what’s not for non-Muslims. It is a refreshing change in a world where Muslims are hated and feared by all because of the actions of a few and the prevailing lack of knowledge on both sides. In ISLAM: THE FACTS Patricia goes into some no-holds-barred detail about the issues that are very current. Can a woman really want to wear the veil? Are Muslim women as oppressed as we all think? And perhaps even more urgent, does Islam encourage violence? ISLAM: THE FACTS provides the answer to these questions and much more. As many of the topics discussed in this book have been fuelling hatred, it should be of interest to a lot of people interested in making the world a safer place. Even if you’ve lived in the Middle East, or been in close quarters with Muslims, ISLAM: THE FACTS will fill in the gaps in your knowledge. Maybe it’ll help you see this large sector of the World’s population in a completely new light. Patricia Skinner began her writing career late, having taken the time to raise her children first. Besides being a devout Muslim, her other passion is alternative medicine, and she has written for a number of online and print publications on the subject. Her first two books, Jordan and Syria were published by the Times Media/Gareth Stevens series, Countries of the World. She has another book coming shortly; a handbook for writers who are just starting out.