Abd al-Malik
by Robinson, Chase F.
Series: Makers of the Muslim world Published by : Oneworld Publications (England) Physical details: xv,139 Pages 22x14 cm | PB ISBN:1851685073. Year: 2009| Item type | Current location | Call number | Status | Date due | Barcode |
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General Stacks | 909.097670092 R628A 2009 (Browse shelf) | Available | 32595 |
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‘Abd al-Malik, who came to prominence during the second civil war of early Islam, ruled the Islamic empire from 692 until 705. Not only did he successfully suppress rebellion within the Muslim world and expand its frontiers, but in many respects he founded the empire itself. By about 700, the forms of a new realm, which stretched from North Arica in the west to Iran in the east, has taken clear shape with ‘Abd al-Malik at its head. This book covers the beginnings and rise to power of this immensely influential caliph, as well as his religious policies and innovations, his fiscal, administrativ.
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