Brett, Michael

The Fatimid Empire

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ISBN 13:: 9780748640768
author:: Brett, Michael
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Edinburgh University Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2017
Pages:: 416
Dimensions:: 6.10(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.80(d)
Genre:: History Textbook
Condition:: New
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The Fatimid Empire provides a comprehensive narrative of this pivotal period in Islamic history. From its origins in the tenth century to its eventual extinction by Saladin, the empire played a crucial role in shaping the political and religious landscape of the Middle Ages. This book brings together the separate histories of Isma'ilism, North Africa, and Egypt with that of the Fatimid dynasty, creating a cohesive account of this complex period. The author's approach allows for a nuanced understanding of the empire's significance within the broader history of Islam, making it an essential read for anyone interested in medieval Islamic studies. By exploring the Fatimid Empire's rise to power and its eventual decline, readers can gain a deeper understanding of the historical context that shaped the Islamic world during this period.

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