Koestler, Arthur

The Thirteenth Tribe: The Khazar Empire and its Heritage

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ISBN 13:: 9781939438997
author:: Koestler, Arthur
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Last Century Media
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1976
Pages:: 256
Dimensions:: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.58(d)
Genre:: History Textbook
Condition:: New
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The Thirteenth Tribe: The Khazar Empire and Its Heritage by Arthur Koestler The Khazar Empire, a major power in Eastern Europe, flourished from the 7th to 11th century and left a lasting impact on our world. At the height of its influence, the Khazars stretched from the Black Sea to the Caspian, and from the Caucasus to the Volga. They played a crucial role in stopping the Muslim onslaught against Byzantium, a significant achievement in the face of two major world powers: the Eastern Roman Empire and the followers of Mohammed. The Khazars' unique response to the pressure from both the West and the East is a fascinating topic of study. Rather than adopting Christianity or Islam, the Khazars converted to Judaism, a decision that has sparked intense debate and speculation about their ultimate faith and its impact on the racial composition and social heritage of modern Jewry. This book, written by Arthur Koestler, presents a detailed and researched exploration of the Khazar Empire and its significance in world history.

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