Islam Under The Khalifs Of Baghdad

By Robert Durie Osborn

Book Overview

""Islam Under The Khalifs Of Baghdad"" by Robert Durie Osborn is a comprehensive historical account of the Islamic caliphate during the Abbasid dynasty, which ruled from the city of Baghdad from 750 to 1258 CE. The book explores the political, cultural, and religious developments of this period, including the rise and fall of various caliphs and the impact of their rule on Islamic society. It also delves into the intellectual and scientific achievements of the Abbasid era, such as the translation of Greek works into Arabic and the establishment of the House of Wisdom in Baghdad. The author provides detailed insights into the social and economic conditions of the time, as well as the military campaigns and conflicts that shaped the caliphate's history. Overall, ""Islam Under The Khalifs Of Baghdad"" offers a thorough and engaging examination of one of the most important periods in Islamic history.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: 1162981229
• ISBN13: 9781162981222
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 424 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"