Genghis Khan declared his intent to eradicate the Ismailis, a key group in medieval Islam, by famously stating that none should remain, not even infants. The massacres that followed convinced many that this unique Shia voice had been silenced forever. For centuries, the Ismailis largely disappeared from historical narratives. Drawing from an impressive array of sources, this book illuminates the dark period from the collapse of the Ismaili fortresses to the emergence of the Imams in Anjudan. It examines the rich esoteric thought that sustained their vitality and enabled them to endure adversities. Today, the Ismailis are a dynamic and active community in over 25 countries.

Author: Shafique Virani

Translation: Saif al-Din al-Qusayr

Publisher: Dar Al Saqi, Beirut

Year of Publication: 2014

Pages: 336

Parts: 1

Binding: Paperback

ISBN: 9781855165793