By Mu Octavis Taalib. The author's goal is for American audiences to "finally know what the Qur'an actually says in plain "English" by critically connecting to the original language of the Qur'an. Mu Octavis Taalib offers a unique approach to understanding Arabiyyah, the classical language of the Qur'an by providing a meticulous focus and research on the letters, words, and vocabulary, as well as rhythms and patterns--all key to understanding the meanings behind the words and verses of the sacred text of Islam. Outskirts Press (2013), English. Paperback: 380 pages.

Mu Octavis Taalib teaches Arabic in the Atlanta metro area and is a professional Global TESOL instructor.  The North Carolina native brings to his literary work a unique base of knowledge, training and expererience as a graduate of Virgina's Hampton University, a U. S. Air Force Vietnam War era veteran, and a former U.S. foreign service officer and diplomat. The author of four books including English Brain Arabic Learner, he has worked in the Middle East and Africa deciphering classical Arabic.