The History of Moors in Spain: From the Islamic Conquest until the Fall of Kingdom of Granada (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. The Last of the Goths, Wave of Conquest, People of Andalusia, Holy War…By Stanley Lane-Poole
Length7h 41m
About this audiobook
Stanley Lane-Poole's The History of Moors in Spain: From the Islamic Conquest until the Fall of Kingdom of Granada offers a sweeping account of Muslim Iberia, from the eighth-century crossing of Ṭāriq ibn Ziyād to the surrender of Granada in 1492. Written in lucid Victorian prose, the book combines narrative history with cultural appraisal, treating conquest, dynastic rivalry, urban splendour, learning, architecture, and the long Christian reconquest. It stands within nineteenth-century Orientalist historiography, yet is marked by genuine admiration for Andalusi civilization. Lane-Poole, a British historian and Orientalist, brought to the subject a deep engagement with Islamic history, numismatics, and Arabic culture. His work at the British Museum and his broader studies of Muslim dynasties informed his sensitivity to political institutions, artistic achievement, and the transmission of knowledge. Though shaped by the assumptions of his age, he sought to correct crude depictions of the Moors as mere invaders. This volume is recommended to readers seeking an elegant historical introduction to al-Andalus and its enduring legacy. Scholars will read it critically, but general readers will find in it a vivid, sympathetic, and highly readable portrait of a civilization central to both Islamic and European history.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.1 (34)
Includes Goodreads
GenreHistory
Length7 hrs 41 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 20, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
13The Holy War
2Introduction
14The City of the Khalif
3Synopsis
15The Prime Minister
4Historical Context
16The Berbers in Power
5The History of Moors in Spain: From the Islamic Conquest until the Fall of Kingdom of Granada
17My Cid the Challenger
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6Preface.
18The Kingdom of Granada
7The Last of the Goths
19The Fall of Granada
8The Wave of Conquest
20Bearing the Cross
9The People of Andalusia
21Chronological Table
10A Young Pretender
22Analysis
11The Christian Martyrs
23Reflection
12The Great Khalif
24Memorable Quotes
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