Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the Imams and Seyyids of Oman is a comprehensive account of the political and religious history of Oman from the 7th century to the present day. The book is written by Salil-Ibn Razik, a renowned historian and scholar of Omani history. The book begins with an overview of the early history of Oman, including the arrival of Islam and the establishment of the first Omani state. It then focuses on the role of the Imams and Seyyids, who were the religious and political leaders of Oman from the 9th century onwards. The author provides detailed accounts of the lives and achievements of each of the Imams and Seyyids, including their political and military campaigns, their religious teachings and practices, and their relationships with other rulers in the region. The book also covers the social and cultural history of Oman, including the development of the Omani language, literature, and arts. It explores the role of women in Omani society and the contributions of Omani scholars and intellectuals to the fields of science, philosophy, and theology. Throughout the book, the author provides a critical analysis of the sources and interpretations of Omani history, and offers insights into the political and cultural dynamics of the region. Overall, The History of the Imams and Seyyids of Oman is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history, culture, and politics of Oman and the wider Middle East.1871. With a map. Continuing the history to 1870, Badger has translated from Arabic texts and included a lengthy introduction and analysis. Badger writes in the Introduction: This work embraces the annals of �������Oman from the rise of Islam down to a very recent period, and is, I believe, unique in the continuity and fullness of its narrative. The native records from which the earlier portions are compiled, if they ever came within their reach, have never, to my knowledge, been utilized by foreign authors either in the East or West. 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.
