MITO DEL PARAÍSO ANDALUSÍ, EL

Darío Fernández-Morera presents a revised view of the Islamic rule in medieval Spain, challenging the commonly held notion of a multicultural paradise. In this comprehensive account, he examines the history of the Islamic government's governance, revealing a complex and often violent period. The conquest of Spain by the Muslims marked the beginning of a period where coexistence between different faiths was not as peaceful as often claimed. Instead, the ruling elite maintained power through force, suppressing religious and cultural expression among the Christian population. Fernández-Morera sheds light on the numerous ways in which the Islamic government exerted control, including the subjugation of the native Spanish Christians. A necessary reevaluation of medieval Spain, this book offers a nuanced portrayal of the period, dispelling myths about benevolent Muslim rulers and instead presenting a more accurate account of historical events.