Updated 11 December 2013 
The Wise Fool of Baghdad is an insightful collection of true stories from the life of Bahlool Dana, who feigned madness to escape the oppression of the ruling class in Baghdad circa the 8th century AD. As a result, Bahlool dispensed wisdom in strange and amusing ways.
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05 November 2025 / 14. Jamaad-Ul-Awwal 1447
New Children’s Book from The World Federation: ‘My Muharram Book’
Updated 20 November 2013 
The World Federation is pleased to bring you yet another publication: ‘My Muharram Book’, written by Fatima Z. Karim, illustrated by Sajida Jivraj, in addition to the very popular ‘My First Book of Faith’.
‘My Muharram Book’ is attractive, colourful and well-illustrated. It is aimed at children around 3 years and above. It is an ideal teaching tool for parents to use with their children to help them understand the tragic events of Karbala in a simple way.
Each copy is available for only £3 plus P & P.
Copies are very limited please Order your copy early to avoid disappointment.
To order a copy please visit the WF online bookshop www.wfshop.org or [email protected] or call +44 (0) 208 954 9881
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