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Ahmad Ibn Tulun: Governor Of Abbasid Egypt, 868–884

Ahmad Ibn Tulun: Governor Of Abbasid Egypt, 868–884

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Ahmad ibn Tulun (835–884) governed Egypt on behalf of the Abbasid dynasty for sixteen years, taking strides to unify what was a fractious land. An aggressive and innovative actor, he pursued an ambitious political agenda that often put him at odds with his imperial masters, who once tried to remove him by force. In spite of this, he ultimately remained loyal to the Abbasids, twice marching into Syria to wage war against their Byzantine rivals. Perhaps best known today for the mosque in Cairo that bears his name, Ibn Tulun left a lasting mark on Egyptian history and politics, but, Matthew Gordon asks, was he the hero of Egyptian ‘national’ independence that some hail him to be?

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ISBN13: 9781851688098
ISBN10: 1851688099
Language: English
Publisher: Oneworld Academic
Publication Year: 2021
Format: Hardcover

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    Rise of a ruler blending loyalty and ambition in Egypt.

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    If you're fascinated by the complexities of Middle Eastern history and the figures who shaped its borders, this book will intrigue you. It offers a vivid picture of Ahmad ibn Tulun’s daring leadership and his efforts to forge an independent Egyptian identity amid imperial forces. The book brings to life a pivotal era and invites you to consider what true independence meant for Egypt.
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