Saladin or What Befell Sultan Yusuf (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162644202)

Saladin or What Befell Sultan Yusuf is a historical fiction novel written by Beha Ed-din. The book tells the story of Saladin, a Muslim warrior who rose to power during the Crusades in the 12th century. The novel is narrated by Sultan Yusuf, a fictional character who is a close friend and confidant of Saladin.The story begins with Saladin as a young man, working as a soldier in the service of his uncle Shirkuh. Saladin quickly proves himself to be a skilled warrior and strategist, and he rises through the ranks to become a trusted advisor to the Muslim ruler of Egypt, Nur al-Din.As Saladin's power grows, he becomes embroiled in a series of conflicts with the Christian Crusaders who are attempting to conquer the Holy Land. The novel follows Saladin's military campaigns, his political maneuvering, and his personal relationships with his family and friends.Throughout the book, Sultan Yusuf provides a unique perspective on Saladin's life and achievements. He is a loyal friend and supporter of Saladin, but he also has his own ambitions and desires. As the two men navigate the complex political landscape of the Middle East, they must confront difficult choices and make sacrifices for the greater good.Overall, Saladin or What Befell Sultan Yusuf is a gripping tale of war, politics, and friendship set against the backdrop of one of the most tumultuous periods in history.1897. With the permission of the Commander of the Faithful. The story of the Muslim warrior and Ayyubid sultan of Egypt, the great opponent of the Crusaders, Saladin. The Contents fall under these two parts: Birth of Salah Ed-Din, His Good Qualities, His Character and Natural Disposition; and In Which are Set Forth the Changes of Fortune Experienced by the Sultan, and the History of His Conquests.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Beha Ed-Din
ISBN-10: 1162644206
ISBN-13: 9781162644202
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 452
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.91d