58 pages • 1 hour read
Amin MaaloufThe Crusades Through Arab Eyes
Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1983A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Crusades Through Arab Eyes by Amin Maalouf recounts the history of the Crusades from the perspective of the Islamic world, covering events from the First Crusade in the late 1000s to the eventual expulsion of Crusaders from the Holy Land by the Mamluks. Drawing on Arab chroniclers to portray the multi-ethnic and religious dimensions of the conflict, Maalouf explores the political discord and alliances among Muslims and Crusaders, and how these historic events continue to influence contemporary global politics. The book contains references to war, violence, and cultural conflict.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Amin Maalouf's The Crusades Through Arab Eyes offers a compelling narrative, providing a fresh perspective on historical events often dominated by Western viewpoints. Readers praise its accessible prose and rich historical detail. However, some critique it for occasional bias and lack of academic rigor. Despite this, it remains a valuable resource for understanding the Crusades from an Arab perspective.
Who Should Read The Crusades Through Arab Eyes?
A reader with a keen interest in historical events from non-Western perspectives would enjoy The Crusades Through Arab Eyes by Amin Maalouf. Similar to Edward Said's Orientalism or William Dalrymple's From the Holy Mountain, this book appeals to those eager to explore diverse narratives and complexities of the Crusades era.
RecommendedReading Age
18+yearsBook Details
Society: Politics & Government
Society: War
Values/Ideas: Order & Chaos
Military / War
History: World
Religion / Spirituality
Medieval Literature / Middle Ages