The Life and Legend of the Sultan Saladin

Jonathan Phillips

Published by Yale University Press 2019

The Life and Legend of the Sultan Saladin

Jonathan Phillips

https://doi.org/10.12987/9780300249064

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An engaging biography that offers a new perspective on one of the most influential figures of the Crusades

In 1187, Saladin marched triumphantly into Jerusalem, ending decades of struggle against the Christians and reclaiming the holy city for Islam. Four years later he fought off the armies of the Third Crusade, which were commanded by Europe’s leading monarchs. A fierce warrior and savvy diplomat, Saladin’s unparalleled courtesy, justice, generosity, and mercy were revered by both his fellow Muslims and his Christian rivals such as Richard the Lionheart.

Combining thorough research with vivid storytelling, Jonathan Phillips offers a fresh and captivating look at the triumphs, failures, and contradictions of one of the Crusades’ most unique figures. Bringing the vibrant world of the twelfth century to life, this book also explores Saladin’s complicated legacy, examining the ways Saladin has been invoked in the modern age by Arab and Muslim leaders ranging from Nasser in Egypt, Asad in Syria, and Saddam Hussein in Iraq to Osama bin Laden, as well as his huge appeal across popular culture in books, drama, and music.

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Jonathan Phillips is professor of the history of the Crusades at Royal Holloway, University of London. He is the author of Holy Warriors: A Modern History of the Crusades and The Second Crusade. He lives in Surrey.

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Frontmatter Publicly Available Download PDF	i
Contents Publicly Available Download PDF	vii
Dramatis. Personae and a Note on Names Publicly Available Download PDF	xv
Preface Publicly Available Download PDF	xix
Introduction Damascus 2009 Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	1
Part I. The Life of Saladin Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	9
Part II. Afterlife Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	309
Conclusion Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	387
Writing the History of Saladin Requires Authentication Unlicensed Licensed Download PDF	393
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Language: English
Publisher: Yale University Press
Pages
- Main content: 496
Illustrations
- Other: 15 b-w illus.

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Published: September 23, 2019
ISBN: 9780300249064