Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603) was one of the most significant rulers in the history of Morocco; which to this day bears the mark of his twenty-five year rule in the sixteenth century. A brilliant political and military tactician; cunning diplomat and descendent of the Prophet Muhammad himself; al-Mansur was a charismatic religious authority with ambitions to become Caliph and ruler of all Islam. Spanning four continents; this lucid introduction assesses this fascinating figure and his legacy amidst the political intrigue; colonial discovery; and military conquest that dominated the age. Mercedes GarcÃa-Arenal is Professor of Arabic Studies at the Higher Council of Scientific Research in Madrid.
#8117052 in Books Batten John M 2009-11-22Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .30 x 5.51l; .38 #File Name: 184677859X128 pagesReminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy The Recollections of a Naval Officer During the American Civil War
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Disappointed BookBy Peter J. D'OnofrioJohn Mullin Batten was appointed as an Acting Assistant Surgeon; U.S. Navy on March 22; 1864. He served in and among the coastal waters and rivers of the Eastern seaboard; mainly around the Carolinas. He was honorably discharged on March 23; 1866. Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy is written in a diary style. Originally published in 1881; it tells of Dr. Batten’s time aboard the U.S. Steamer Valley City. It must have been an extremely boring two years as he only mentions doing a “medical survey†only twice during his two years of service. These are the only mention of anything medically related. This narrative was more of a naval command officer rather than a naval doctor. As such; it was very disappointing for those looking for medical content. Reminiscences is a short; easy read of only 60 pages. If one wishes to learn what sea duty was like along the Carolina coast and inland waters; this is a book to read. If one is looking for anything dealing with naval medicine at sea; don’t bother. This reviewer would not recommend this book unless you just want to take up space on your book shelf.Reviewed by Peter J. D'Onofrio; Ph.D.President; Society of Civil War Surgeons; Inc.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. One StarBy SkipperOld stuff not interesting0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Two StarsBy Donald M. Smithvery exciting and writen in 1860 style. Short on detail.
