Ahmad ibn Tulun

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Governor of Abbasid Egypt, 868–884

By Matthew S. Gordon

Series: Makers of the Muslim World

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Ahmad ibn Tulun by Matthew S. Gordon is a historical exploration of the life and influence of Ahmad ibn Tulun, a key figure in the medieval Islamic world. The book delves into his rise from a minor provincial governor to the founder of the Tulunid dynasty in Egypt and Syria during the 9th century. It offers insights into the political, cultural, and economic developments of the era, reflecting on ibn Tulun's enduring legacy.
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Ahmad ibn Tulun

Introduces one of the most important figures in the early history of Islamic Egypt

Introduces one of the most important figures in the early history of Islamic Egypt

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Ahmad ibn Tulun (835–884) governed Egypt on behalf of the Abbasid dynasty for sixteen years, taking strides to unify what was a fractious land. An aggressive and innovative actor, he pursued an ambitious political agenda that often put him at odds with his imperial masters, who once tried to remove him by force. In spite of this, he ultimately remained loyal to the Abbasids, twice marching into Syria to wage war against their Byzantine rivals.

Perhaps best known today for the mosque in Cairo that bears his name, Ibn Tulun left a lasting mark on Egyptian history and politics. But, Matthew Gordon asks, was he the hero of Egyptian ‘national’ independence that some hail him to be?

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Ahmad ibn Tulun

By Matthew S. Gordon

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Ahmad ibn Tulun by Matthew S. Gordon is praised for its vivid portrayal of ninth-century Egypt and its thorough exploration of Ahmad ibn Tulun, a pivotal figure sent to govern Egypt. The book is noted for its meticulous research and the engaging manner in which it handles both ibn Tulun's personal story and the broader historical context, appealing to both scholars and interested readers.

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ISBN: 9781851688098

Publisher: Oneworld Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 06 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Oneworld Academic

Audience: Professional and scholarly

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Spine width: 16.0mm

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 216.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 176

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About the Author

Matthew S. Gordon is Professor of History at Miami University, specialising in Islamic and Middle Eastern history and pre-modern world history. He is the author of The Rise of Islam and has published widely on medieval Islamic social and political history.