Waterson, James

The Ismaili Assassins: A History of Medieval Murder

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ISBN 13:: 9781526760821
author:: Waterson, James
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Frontline Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 23.4 x 15.6 centimetres (0.43 kg
Genre:: History, Medieval, History,
Condition:: New
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The Ismaili Assassins: A History of Medieval Murder By James Waterson Frontline Books, 2019 This book explores the origins and legacy of the notorious Ismaili Assassins, a group of political killers who operated in the Middle East during the medieval period. Their reputation for brutality was feared by leaders across Europe and Asia, including the Mongol Khans. The Assassins' use of assassination as a tool of their grand strategy is revealed through eyewitness accounts from Islamic and Western sources. Their methods were often public and brutal, with the dagger being their preferred weapon. The sect's strict code prohibited the use of poison or other forms of murder, making survival on a mission a deep dishonor. The Ismaili Assassins' history is one of intrigue and violence, shedding light on a pivotal period in the Crusades and early Islamic history.

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