The Autobiography of Ousama is a memoir written by Ousama Ibn Mounkidh, a 12th-century Arab nobleman and diplomat. The book is an account of his life, from his childhood in Syria to his travels throughout the Middle East and North Africa as a diplomat.Ousama was born into a wealthy family and was educated in the Islamic tradition. He became a skilled horseman and warrior, and he fought in several battles during his youth. Later in life, he became...