The History of al-Ṭabarī Vol. 13: The Conquest of Iraq, Southwestern Persia, and Egypt: The Middle Years of ʿUmar's Caliphate A.D. 636
(Book #13 in the History of Al-Tabari Series)
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This volume deals with the aftermath of the decisive battle at al-Qādisiyyah described in the previous volume. First, the conquest of southern Iraq is consolidated; in rapid succession there follow the accounts of the battles at Burs and Bābil. Then in 16/637 the Muslim warriors make for the capital al-Mada'in, ancient Ctesiphon, which they conquer after a brief siege. The Persian king seeks refuge in Ḥulwān, leaving behind most...
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0887068774
ISBN13:9780887068775
Release Date:July 1989
Publisher:State University of New York Press
Length:280 Pages
Weight:0.80 lbs.
Dimensions:0.7" x 5.5" x 8.7"
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