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The Rare and Excellent History of Saladin, or Al Nawadir Al Sultaniyya Wa

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The Rare and Excellent History of Saladin, or Al Nawadir Al Sultaniyya Wa, is a historical account of the life of Saladin, the first sultan of Egypt and Syria. The book was written by Baha al-Din Ibn Shaddad, who was Saladin's personal secretary. It is a valuable source of information about Saladin's life and reign.

The Rare and Excellent History of Saladin or al-Nawadir al-Sultaniyya wa'l-Mahasin al-Yusufiyya by Baha' al-Din Ibn Shaddad (Crusade Texts in Translation Book 7)

by Laura Schenone

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The Author

Baha al-Din Ibn Shaddad was born in Mosul, Iraq, in 1145. He was a Sunni Muslim scholar and historian. He studied in Damascus and Baghdad, and eventually became a professor of law at the University of Mosul. In 1174, he was appointed as Saladin's personal secretary. He accompanied Saladin on his campaigns and was present at many of the most important events of his reign.

Ibn Shaddad's history of Saladin is based on his own observations and experiences, as well as on interviews with Saladin's companions and officials. It is a detailed and comprehensive account of Saladin's life, from his early days in Iraq to his death in Damascus in 1193.

The Book

The Rare and Excellent History of Saladin is divided into two parts. The first part covers Saladin's early life and career, up to his conquest of Egypt in 1171. The second part covers his reign as sultan of Egypt and Syria, including his wars with the Crusaders and his death in 1193.

The book is written in a clear and concise style. It is full of interesting anecdotes and details about Saladin's life and reign. Ibn Shaddad provides a balanced and objective account of Saladin's accomplishments and failures. He does not shy away from criticizing Saladin when he believes it is warranted, but he also gives him credit for his many achievements.

The Legacy of Saladin

Saladin was one of the most important figures in Islamic history. He was a brilliant military commander and a wise and just ruler. He was also a patron of the arts and sciences. His reign marked a golden age for Islamic civilization.

The Rare and Excellent History of Saladin is a valuable source of information about Saladin's life and reign. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Islamic history.

Additional Information

The Rare and Excellent History of Saladin was first published in Arabic in 1230.
It has been translated into many languages, including English, French, and German.
The book is available in both print and electronic formats.