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The First Dynasty of Islam

The Umayyad Caliphate AD 661-750

G R Hawting author

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

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Gerald Hawting's book has long been acknowledged as the standard introductory survey of this complex period in Arab and Islamic history. Now it is once more made available, with the addition of a new introduction by the author which examines recent significant contributions to scholarship in the field. It is certain to be welcomed by students and academics alike.

'Provides the best account now available in English' - - Journal of the American Oriental Society

'Anyone faced with the somewhat daunting task of teaching Umayyad history to undergraduates will greet Hawting's achievement with relief, gratitude and admiration.' - Journal of Semitic Studies

ISBN: 9780415240727

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 317g

176 pages

2nd edition