Islam and the Crusades – Usama ibn Munqidh

Islam and the Crusades – Usama ibn Munqidh

Islam and the Crusades presents the Crusades through the rare and invaluable perspective of medieval Muslim eyewitnesses. Centered on the twelfth-century Arab aristocrat Usama ibn Munqidh’s Book of Contemplation—and supplemented with passages from The Book of the Staff and Kernels of Refinement—this volume offers an intimate portrayal of daily life, warfare, diplomacy, and cross-cultural encounters during one of history’s most turbulent eras.

Far from the typical Western narratives, Usama’s accounts reveal a nuanced, human, and often surprising view of the European Crusaders and the Islamic world that confronted them. Rich in detail and grounded in lived experience, this edition is an essential resource for understanding medieval history from a non-European lens. Buy in Kenya with fast delivery.

What You’ll Learn

• How Muslims of the 12th century viewed the Crusaders and their campaigns

• Firsthand descriptions of warfare, court life, and cultural exchange

• Insights into Islamic society during the Crusading period

• Contrasts between European and Middle Eastern customs and beliefs

• The value of eyewitness testimony in reconstructing historical events

Who Should Read This Book

Readers of medieval history, Islamic studies, world civilizations, military history, and anyone seeking a balanced understanding of the Crusades beyond Western narratives.

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