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أبو مسلم الخراسان

Pages
362
Published
2019
Language
English

Synopsis

This historical novel by Jurji Zaydan explores the dramatic fall of the Umayyad Caliphate and the subsequent rise of the Abbasid dynasty. It highlights the pivotal role of Abu Muslim al-Khorasani, whose ruthless tactics helped establish Abbasid rule, and delves into the political machinations and betrayals that defined this turbulent era. Readers will also find insights into the customs of the Khurasanis and the societal tensions that fueled these monumental shifts in Islamic history.

How it reads

Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (1)
Violence