The Journey of the Abbasid Caliphate explores the political history reflected in the term 'Caliphate'. This book dives into the era of rulers, palaces, policies, and battles, steering clear of the economic, cultural, and social histories unless necessary. Political history is viewed as the least favorable due to its focus on conflicts, unrest, and power struggles, revealing the essence of rule and human nature. It overlooks achievements, development, and progress, focusing solely on palatial intrigues, battlefields, and spheres of influence. Therefore, it often does not represent the true aspect of sovereignty. Many rulers appear different when their biographies are read in other literary works. This book presents several examples of rulers whose humane aspects seem absent in political accounts. In contrast, civilizational history shines as it highlights achievements, innovations, and scientific progress, celebrating scholars, libraries, and educational hubs, economic prosperity, and trade fluidity.

• Author: Mohamed Al-Hami
• Publisher: Iqra Foundation - Cairo
• Edition Number: 1
• Year of Publication: 2013
• Number of Pages: 1960
• Total Volumes: 3
• Binding Type: Cardboard Volume
• Paper Type: Creamy
• Print Colors: Single Color
• ISBN: 9789774418953