A Short History Of The Fatimid Khalifate

A Short History Of The Fatimid Khalifate

De Lacy O’Leary

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Alpha Editions
Año de edición:
2020
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Historia social y cultural
ISBN:
9789354180286
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Amidst the shifting sands of medieval North Africa, a new power arose - enigmatic, ambitious, and destined to shape the Islamic world. In *A Short History Of The Fatimid Khalifate*, De Lacy O’Leary delivers a lucid and absorbing account of the Fatimid dynasty, a caliphate whose influence stretched from the Mediterranean to the Red Sea and whose legacy still echoes across Middle Eastern history. This is not just an islamic history book; it is an essential resource for understanding the rise of one of the most remarkable medieval Islamic empires, set against the ever-present backdrop of the Byzantine Empire and the complexities of 10th century Islam.Drawing on rigorous scholarship, O’Leary crafts a concise yet rich fatimid dynasty overview, illuminating the religious, political, and cultural forces that propelled the Fatimids to prominence. With clarity and reverence, he explores their unique contributions to the tapestry of islamic caliphates, offering both a scholarly foundation and a compelling narrative for readers of historical nonfiction. This work stands as a vital educational history text, prized by history scholars and collectors of classic literature alike.Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today - a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the medieval Islamic world, De Lacy O’Leary’s work remains a cultural treasure and an indispensable guide.

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