The Crusades Through Arab Eyes by Amin Maalouf

The Crusades Through Arab Eyes

Amin Maalouf

293 pages first pub 1983 (editions)

nonfiction history religion challenging informative slow-paced

Description

The author has combed the works of contemporary Arab chronicles of the Crusades, eyewitnesses, and often participants. He retells their story and offers insights into the historical forces that shape Arab and Islamic consciousness today.

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Moods

informative 100%
reflective 53%
adventurous 38%
challenging 30%
tense 30%
dark 23%
inspiring 7%

Pace

medium 61%
slow 30%
fast 7%

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4.11

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