Quranic and Prophetic Illuminations in Yemen's history

The book / Quranic and Prophetic Illuminations in the History of Yemen, by the author / Muhammad Ali Al-Barr, reviews the ancient history of Yemen through the perspective of Islamic texts across twelve chapters. It begins with a geographical and historical introduction about Yemen and its tribes. Then it discusses the Quranic stories related to it, such as the people of 'Aad and the Prophet Hud, and the famous Kingdom of Saba with its details and magnificent civilization. It also discusses the periods of rule of the Tabi'een and the Abyssinians, mentioning the story of the People of the Ditch, Abraha, and the People of the Elephant. It highlights Yemen's ancient trade relations. The book concludes with chapters emphasizing Yemen's status in Islam, through what has been narrated about the virtue of its people, their delegations to the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم, the story of the Najrān delegation, and the appointment of the Prophet's governors in the region.