William Montgomery Watt was a Scottish historian and an Emeritus Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies. He was a leading non-Muslim interpreter of Islam in the West, whose comprehensive works on the life of the Prophet Muhammad are considered classics in the field. His scholarship and influence made him a revered figure for many Muslims worldwide. Watt's legacy lies in his ability to provide profound and respected insights into Islamic tradition.
Montgomery Watt bietet eine klare und strukturierte Geschichte des Islam, die dessen Entstehung aus dem Nomadentum und die soziale sowie politische Bedeutung beleuchtet. Er bleibt nah an den Quellen, insbesondere dem Koran, und behandelt die Beziehungen zwischen Islam und Judentum sowie den Unterschied zum Christentum.