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Timbuktu Chronicles
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Author : Maḥmūd Kutī ibn Mutawakkil Kutī Timbuktī
language : en
Publisher: Africa Research and Publications
Release Date : 2011
Timbuktu Chronicles written by Maḥmūd Kutī ibn Mutawakkil Kutī Timbuktī and has been published by Africa Research and Publications this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Gao (Mali : Region) categories.
Some 500 years ago, Askiya Muhammad founded the Songhay Dynasty of the Askiyas, which flourished for more than a century in Sahelian West Africa. The Timbuktu-based scribe al hajj Mahmud Kati was a close friend of Askiya Mohammed - and the Tarikh al fattash gives an eyewitness account of his empire, told from the perspective of a key participant. Long valued as one of the most important historical documents of the African medieval world, Kati's account is also a literary achievement that is comparable to the writings of figures like Chaucer, Rabelais and Montaigne.
Timbuktu Chronicles
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Author : Anthony Nana Kwamu
language : en
Publisher: AuthorHouse
Release Date : 2010-05-06
Timbuktu Chronicles written by Anthony Nana Kwamu and has been published by AuthorHouse this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-05-06 with Fiction categories.
Timbuktu, Mali Empire 1310 AD. Famine sweeps the empire. A raw-breed and a dark wizard conspire to control mankind. Horrible evil matures, soon to be unleashed. Two mysterious orbs are all that separate mankind from this fate. Chosen to find the orbs is skilled swordsman, Commander Gyvan Drabo, who wants simply to wed the woman of his dreams. But he is not alone. In order to succeed, he must learn to trust the girl, Aida, the most powerful of all eeidsand resolve the deadly conflict growing between them. Time is the enemy. Each moment they tarry the evil grows stronger. Deadly assassins stalk them. Pray-devils hunger for human flesh. And Gyvan discovers a terrible secret about the Dark Widow that torments his future. Will Aidas untested magical powers see them through? Or will her own secret doom mankind for all eternity?
The History Of Mali
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Author : Einar Felix Hansen
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-09-11
The History Of Mali written by Einar Felix Hansen and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-09-11 with categories.
Embark on an enthralling journey through the captivating history of Mali, where empires rose and fell, cultures converged, and legacies were forged. In "The History of Mali," we delve into the heart of West Africa's narrative, tracing the intricate threads that weave Mali's rich tapestry of civilization, culture, and heritage. Unveiling Ancient Empires: Immerse yourself in the tales of the Ghana Empire, Mali Empire, and Songhai Empire that shaped the course of history, leaving an indelible mark on Mali's identity and the world at large. Discover the sagas of legendary figures like Sundiata Keita, Askia Muhammad, and Mansa Musa, who led Mali's ascent to greatness. Timbuktu's Intellectual Oasis: Journey to the "City of 333 Saints" and explore the intellectual prowess of Timbuktu, a hub of learning and scholarship that drew seekers of knowledge from far and wide. Discover the hidden treasures of the Timbuktu Manuscripts and the enduring legacy of a city that nourished minds with ideas that still resonate today. Cultural Marvels and UNESCO Treasures: Traverse the architectural wonders of Djenné, witness the unique heritage of the Dogon people along the Bandiagara Escarpment, and stand in awe of Mali's UNESCO World Heritage Sites that embody the nation's global significance. Navigating Modern Terrain: From the bustling streets of Bamako to the serene banks of Mopti and Gao, experience the juxtaposition of tradition and progress that defines contemporary Mali. Witness how the echoes of history continue to shape the nation's journey through present-day challenges. This text-only book invites you to delve deep into the pages of Mali's past, tracing its path from ancient empires to modern realities. As you turn each page, you'll find yourself captivated by Mali's rich heritage, its stories of resilience, and its contributions to the world's shared narrative. "The History of Mali" offers an enriching experience that will leave you with a profound appreciation for Mali's legacy and an insatiable hunger for discovering the stories that have shaped our world. Embark on this literary voyage and let the history of Mali capture your imagination. Purchase your copy today and explore the pages that unveil the captivating story of a nation that continues to inspire generations.
Social History Of Timbuktu
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Author : Elias N. Saad
language : en
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Release Date : 1983-07-14
Social History Of Timbuktu written by Elias N. Saad and has been published by Cambridge University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1983-07-14 with History categories.
Originally published in 1983, this book deals with the precolonial history of the Islamic West African city of Timbuktu. The book traces the fortunes of this fabled city from its origins in the twelfth century, and more especially from around 1400 onwards, to the French conquest in the late nineteenth century. The study rests upon a comprehensive utilisation of the Timbuktu sources, including the well-known chronicles or tarikhs of Timbuktu. The author focuses on the role of scholars and, in so doing, he provides a fresh study of a learned community in sub-Saharan Africa. Additionally, the study shows that the scholars occupied a position of leadership and authority in the social structure of the city. Hence, in providing fuller understanding of the role of scholars and their status as 'notables', the work makes it possible to understand the enigma which has surrounded this extraordinary city throughout its history. It contributes an important perspective for historians of Africa, the Middle East and Islam.
Sorcery Totem And Jihad In African Philosophy
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Author : Christopher Wise
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2017-03-23
Sorcery Totem And Jihad In African Philosophy written by Christopher Wise and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-03-23 with Philosophy categories.
In this significant new work in African Philosophy, Christopher Wise explores deconstruction's historical indebtedness to Egypto-African civilization and its relevance in Islamicate Africa today. He does so by comparing deconstructive and African thought on the spoken utterance, nothingness, conjuration, the oath or vow, occult sorcery, blood election, violence, circumcision, totemic inscription practices, animal metamorphosis and sacrifice, the Abrahamic, fratricide, and jihad. Situated against the backdrop of the Ansar Dine's recent jihad in Northern Mali, Sorcery, Totem and Jihad in African Philosophy examines the root causes of the conflict and offers insight into the Sahel's ancient, complex, and vibrant civilization. This book also demonstrates the relevance of deconstructive thought in the African setting, especially the writing of the Franco-Algerian philosopher Jacques Derrida.
Babel Unbound
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Author : Lesley Cowling
language : en
Publisher: Wits University Press
Release Date : 2020-05-01
Babel Unbound written by Lesley Cowling and has been published by Wits University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-05-01 with Social Science categories.
In this timely, original and sophisticated collection, writers from the Global South demonstrate that forms of publicness are multiple, mobile and varied. The notion that societies mediate issues through certain kinds of engagement is at the heart of imaginings of democracy and often centers on the ideal of the public sphere. But this imagined foundation of how we live collectively appears to have suffered a dramatic collapse across the world, with many democracies apparently unable to solve problems through talk – or even to agree on who speaks, in what ways and where. In the 10 essays in this timely, original and sophisticated collection, writers from southern Africa combine theoretical analysis with the examination of historical cases and contemporary developments to demonstrate that forms of publicness are multiple, mobile and varied. They propose new concepts and methodologies to analyse how public engagements work in society. Babel Unbound examines charged examples from the Global South, such as the centuries old Timbuktu archive, Nelson Mandela as a powerful absent presence in 1960s public life, and the challenges to the terms of contemporary debate around the student activism of #rhodesmustfall and #feesmustfall. These show how issues of public discussion span both archive and media, verbal debates in formal spaces and visual performances that circulate in unpredictable ways.
A New History Of The Humanities
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Author : Rens Bod
language : en
Publisher: OUP Oxford
Release Date : 2013-11-14
A New History Of The Humanities written by Rens Bod and has been published by OUP Oxford this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2013-11-14 with History categories.
Many histories of science have been written, but A New History of the Humanities offers the first overarching history of the humanities from Antiquity to the present. There are already historical studies of musicology, logic, art history, linguistics, and historiography, but this volume gathers these, and many other humanities disciplines, into a single coherent account. Its central theme is the way in which scholars throughout the ages and in virtually all civilizations have sought to identify patterns in texts, art, music, languages, literature, and the past. What rules can we apply if we wish to determine whether a tale about the past is trustworthy? By what criteria are we to distinguish consonant from dissonant musical intervals? What rules jointly describe all possible grammatical sentences in a language? How can modern digital methods enhance pattern-seeking in the humanities? Rens Bod contends that the hallowed opposition between the sciences (mathematical, experimental, dominated by universal laws) and the humanities (allegedly concerned with unique events and hermeneutic methods) is a mistake born of a myopic failure to appreciate the pattern-seeking that lies at the heart of this inquiry. A New History of the Humanities amounts to a persuasive plea to give Panini, Valla, Bopp, and countless other often overlooked intellectual giants their rightful place next to the likes of Galileo, Newton, and Einstein.
The Storied City
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Author : Charlie English
language : en
Publisher: Penguin
Release Date : 2017-05-02
The Storied City written by Charlie English and has been published by Penguin this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-05-02 with History categories.
“Timbuktu is a real place, and Charlie English will fuel your wanderlust with true descriptions of the fabled city’s past, present, and future.” –Fodor’s Two tales of a city: The historical race to “discover” one of the world’s most mythologized places, and the story of how a contemporary band of archivists and librarians, fighting to save its ancient manuscripts from destruction at the hands of al Qaeda, added another layer to the legend. To Westerners, the name “Timbuktu” long conjured a tantalizing paradise, an African El Dorado where even the slaves wore gold. Beginning in the late eighteenth century, a series of explorers gripped by the fever for “discovery” tried repeatedly to reach the fabled city. But one expedition after another went disastrously awry, succumbing to attack, the climate, and disease. Timbuktu was rich in another way too. A medieval center of learning, it was home to tens of thousands—according to some, hundreds of thousands—of ancient manuscripts, on subjects ranging from religion to poetry, law to history, pharmacology, and astronomy. When al-Qaeda–linked jihadists surged across Mali in 2012, threatening the existence of these precious documents, a remarkable thing happened: a team of librarians and archivists joined forces to spirit the manuscripts into hiding. Relying on extensive research and firsthand reporting, Charlie English expertly twines these two suspenseful strands into a fraught and fascinating account of one of the planet's extraordinary places, and the myths from which it has become inseparable.
Professional Mobility In Islamic Societies 700 1750
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Author : Mohamad El-Merheb
language : en
Publisher: BRILL
Release Date : 2021-08-16
Professional Mobility In Islamic Societies 700 1750 written by Mohamad El-Merheb and has been published by BRILL this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-08-16 with History categories.
The present edited volume offers a collection of new concepts and approaches to the study of mobility in pre-modern Islamic societies. It includes nine remarkable case studies from different parts of the Islamic world that examine the professional mobility within the literati and, especially, the social-cum-cultural group of Muslim scholars (ʿulamāʾ) between the eighth and the eighteenth centuries. Based on individual case studies and quantitative mining of biographical dictionaries and other primary sources from Islamic Iberia, North and West Africa, Umayyad Damascus and the Hejaz, Abbasid Baghdad, Ayyubid and Mamluk Syria and Egypt, various parts of the Seljuq Empire, and Hotakid Iran, this edited volume presents professional mobility as a defining characteristic of pre-modern Islamic societies. Contributors Mehmetcan Akpinar, Amal Belkamel, Mehdi Berriah, Nadia Maria El Cheikh, Adday Hernández López, Konrad Hirschler, Mohamad El-Merheb, Marta G. Novo, M. A. H. Parsa, M. Syifa A. Widigdo.
American Journal Of Islamic Social Sciences 26 3
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Author : Amadu Jacky Kaba
language : en
Publisher: International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT)
Release Date : 2009-06-01
American Journal Of Islamic Social Sciences 26 3 written by Amadu Jacky Kaba and has been published by International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT) this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2009-06-01 with categories.
The American Journal of Islamic Social Sciences (AJISS) is a double blind peer-reviewed and interdisciplinary journal that publishes a wide variety of scholarly research on all facets of Islam and the Muslim world: anthropology, economics, history, philosophy and meta-physics, politics, psychology, religious law, and traditional Islam. Submissions are subject to a blind peer review process.