In this detailed and fascinating study of Napoleon's ten-week incursion into Palestine and Syria; Schur (historian and author) brings to life the key events between February and May 1799. Using numerous eyewitness accounts he outlines the impact of the invading French armies on the region.
#4760945 in Books St Martins Press 1997-12-01Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 .69 x 5.70 x 8.82l; .73 #File Name: 1850439206112 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very enlighteningBy Southwest by southwestBook arrived exactly as described. I gave it four stars because the translation is a little stilted and seemed to me a bit repetitive.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Good readBy khumusiThis is a good especially for anyone linked with education; and wanting to know about the Ismailis.The book begins with a short history. Explores the training of Ismaili missionaries and academic institutions.3 of 4 people found the following review helpful. Great history and organizational structure of the empireBy A CustomerThis book clearly describes many of the organizational structures within the fatimid emprire. Furthermore; it gives a good account of the empire from start to finish.
