Definition of the term Zoroaster
Please explain the term: Zoroaster
Explanation of the "Constitution of Medina"
Can you tell me something significant about the "Constitution of Medina"?
Hello, I am having difficulty getting information on Abd al-Rahman I of Spain. If you can give me some background info and why he is noteworthy I would be very grateful. Thanks alot.
Information on Abu Muslim al-Khursani
What role did Abu Muslim al-Khurasani play in the Middle East?
12th century revival of Sunni orthodoxy
I am wondering what were the reasons & effects for the revival of Sunni orthodoxy during the 12th/century?
Influence of Iraq War on U.S. Strategy
Please answer the following. I'm looking for a solid and definitive answer. Thanks How have America's experience with the Iraq war influenced the National Defense Strategy?
"Slaves on Horses: The Evolution of the Islamic Polity", by Patricia Crone - A Book Review
A full review of "Slaves on Horses: The Evolution of the Islamic Polity", by Patricia Crone. In his review, Dr. Ferguson surveys the book and presents the strengths and weaknesses of the author's arguments.
A full review of "The Prophet and the Age of the Caliphates: The Islamic Near East From the Sixth to the Eleventh Century", by Hugh Kennedy (Longman, 1986), xii, 424. Review by Dr. Paul-Thomas Ferguson. In his review, Dr. Ferguson addresses the material covered by the work and analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the autho ...continues
"The Early Islamic Conquests", by Fred McGraw Donner - A Book Review
"The Early Islamic Conquests", by Fred McGraw Donner (Princeton University Press, 1981), xviii, 489. Review by Dr. Paul-Thomas Ferguson. In his review, Dr. Ferguson surveys the material presented in the work and analyzes the strengths and weaknesses of the author's arguments.
"Saladin", by Geoffrey Hindley - A Book Review
Full book review of "Saladin", by Geoffrey Hindley (Barnes and Noble, 1976), xv, 208. Review by Dr. Paul-Thomas Ferguson. In this review, Dr. Ferguson presents a detailed summary of the book and an analysis of the strengths and weaknesses of the author's arguments.
