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About The Book
This accessible biography treats Al-Ma'mum (786-833) as the product of his age, which was a formative period in the development of Islamic law and theology. It presents him in his many facets: rebel, rationalist, scientist, poet, politician, warrior, inquisitor, and self-proclaimed defender of the faith. Drawing on contemporary sources, some friendly and others hostile, it offers a comprehensive portrait of a fascinating figure in Islamic history.
Product Details
- Publisher: Oneworld Academic (May 1, 2005)
- Length: 160 pages
- ISBN13: 9781851683864
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"This book is a good read and provides the reader with a balanced and accurate account of the caliph al-Ma'mum"
– John Nawas - Professor of Arabic and Islamic Studies, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven
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