The Armies of the Caliphs is the first major study of the relationship between army and society in the early Islamic period, and reveals the pivotal role of the military in politics.Through a thorough examination of recruitment, payment, weaponry and fortifications in the armies, The Armies of the Caliphs offers the most comprehensive view to date of how the early Muslim Empire grew to control so many people. Using Arabic chronicles, surviving documents, and archaeological evidence, this book analyzes the military and the face of battle, and offers a timely reassessment of the early Islamic State.
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语言 英语 ● 格式 EPUB ● 网页 256 ● ISBN 9781134531127 ● 出版者 Taylor and Francis ● 发布时间 2013 ● 下载 3 时 ● 货币 EUR ● ID 4132908 ● 复制保护 Adobe DRM
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