Description
This volume collects 20 papers on the Crusades by one of the world's leading experts on medieval Islamic history. The papers showcase multiple perspectives, especially as viewed from the Muslim side. The volume explores the distinctive nature of Islamic jihad as expressed in poetry, sermons and inscriptions; the development of the counter-crusade; and the careers of major Muslim leaders including Zengi and Saladin.
About the Author
Carole Hillenbrand, Honorary Professorial Fellow, Professor Emerita, University of Edinburgh.
Book Information
ISBN 9781474485906
Author Carole Hillenbrand
Format Hardback
Page Count 416
Imprint Edinburgh University Press
Publisher Edinburgh University Press