Islam Under the Arabs

By Robert Durie Osborn

Book Overview

Islam Under the Arabs is a comprehensive book written by Robert Durie Osborn that explores the origins and early development of Islam under the Arab civilization. The book delves into the historical context of the Arabian Peninsula during the 7th century, and how it was shaped by the political, social, and religious forces of the time. Osborn examines the life and teachings of the Prophet Muhammad, and how his message spread throughout the region, leading to the formation of the Islamic faith. He also explores the early Islamic empire, including the reigns of the first four caliphs, and the expansion of Islam beyond the Arabian Peninsula. The book also delves into the cultural and intellectual achievements of the early Islamic civilization, including advances in science, mathematics, and literature. Osborn examines the role of Islam in shaping the Arab world, as well as its impact on the wider global community. Islam Under the Arabs is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Islam and its impact on the world. It provides a detailed and nuanced account of the early Islamic civilization, and the forces that shaped it. The book is accessible to both scholars and general readers, and is an essential addition to any library on Islamic history and culture.1876. Osborn, an English officer, employed his leisure time to draw up brief historical sketches of the races (Indian) from which the native army is chiefly recruited. His objective was to provide young officers with the knowledge needed to better understand the men they had to command in the field and in quarters. Contents: Part I. Islam: Muhammad at Mekka; Muhammad at Medina; The Pilgrimage of Farewell; Ali and His Sons; The Struggle for Empire. Part II. The Fatimides: The Shia; The Arab and the Berber; The Rise of the Fatimides; The Conquest of Egypt. Part III. The Khalifs of the House of Ommaya: The Arabs before Islam; The Revolt of Yezid Ibn Mouhalleb; The Decline of the Ommayas; The Abbasides; and The Fall of the Ommayas.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 141794935X
• ISBN13: 9781417949359
• Release Date: September 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 428 Pages
• Weight: 1.38 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"