The Meaning of the Holy Qur'an in Today's English
Yahiya Emerick is a prolific author on topics related to religion, interfaith dialogue and the Islamic faith.  He has written over twenty-five books including The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Islam, as well as a modern English translation of the Qur'an.  His recent biography on the life of Muhammad is considered the most accessible to the average reader in the market today.  He has a BA in history and an MA in secondary education/history.  He has taught in both public and private schools for over fifteen years and is a well-known authority in his field with a reputation for accuracy, clarity and excellent teaching skills.