MUSTAFA, BANISTER
THE ABBASID CALIPHATE OF CAIRO
- ISBN 13:
- 9781474453370
- author:
- MUSTAFA, BANISTER
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- EDINBURGH UNIVERSITY PRESS
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1900
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, Medieval, Religion,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Abbasid Caliphate of Cairo, 1261-1517 Out of the Shadows by Mustafa Banister A forgotten dynasty comes to light in Mustafa Banister's in-depth exploration of the Cairene descendants of the Abbasid family. This period, marked by the 'Mamluk' rule in Egypt and Syria (1250-1517), saw 18 men assume the role of caliph, their public and private lives shedding new light on the Abbasid Caliphate. Banister's nuanced understanding of the caliph and his office reveals the complexities of elite Syro-Egyptian society during this time. By examining the function of the caliph and his office, Banister addresses the breakdown and recreation of each new socio-political order of the sultanate. This investigation offers a fresh perspective on a pivotal period in history, uncovering the intricacies of the Abbasid Caliphate and its enduring legacy. Through meticulous research, Banister sheds new light on a previously overlooked era, providing a compelling insight into the lives of those who shaped the course of history.
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