Publisher's Synopsis
The Caliphate: Its Rise, Decline and Fall from Original Sources is a comprehensive book written by Sir William Muir. The book provides an in-depth historical account of the caliphate, which was a system of government created by the Islamic prophet Muhammad. The author traces the rise of the caliphate from its origins in the early days of Islam to its eventual decline and fall.Muir's work draws heavily from original sources, including primary Islamic texts and historical accounts from the time period. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the early caliphs, the Umayyad dynasty, the Abbasid dynasty, and the decline of the caliphate in the face of Mongol invasions and other external pressures.The author also delves into the political, social, and religious factors that contributed to the rise and fall of the caliphate. Muir provides a detailed analysis of the various caliphs and their reigns, as well as the major events and conflicts that shaped the history of the caliphate.Overall, The Caliphate: Its Rise, Decline and Fall from Original Sources is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Islam and the caliphate. Muir's thorough research and insightful analysis make this book an essential read for scholars and students alike.1891. Veteran scholar Sir William Muir's history of the Caliphate. A Caliph is the spiritual head and temporal ruler of the Islamic state. In principle, Islam is theocratic: when Muhammad the Prophet died, a caliph (successor) was chosen to rule in his place. The caliph had temporal and spiritual authority but was not permitted prophetic power; this was reserved for Muhammad. The caliph could not, therefore, exercise authority in matters of religious doctrine. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
