The Life of Abdel Kader: Ex-Sultan of the Arabs of Algeria (1867)

The Life of Abdel Kader: Ex-Sultan of the Arabs of Algeria is a historical account of the life of Abdel Kader, a prominent leader in Algeria during the 19th century. The book was written by Abdel Kader himself and was first published in 1867. Abdel Kader was a Muslim scholar and warrior who played a significant role in the resistance against French colonization in Algeria. He led a successful military campaign against the French forces and established an independent state in Algeria. However, he was eventually defeated by the French and was exiled to Syria, where he spent the rest of his life.In this book, Abdel Kader provides an autobiographical account of his life, starting from his childhood and education in Algeria to his military campaigns and eventual exile. He also discusses his religious beliefs and the role of Islam in his life and leadership.The book provides a unique perspective on the history of Algeria and the resistance against French colonization. It offers insight into the life and leadership of one of the most prominent figures in Algerian history and sheds light on the cultural and religious context of the time.Overall, The Life of Abdel Kader: Ex-Sultan of the Arabs of Algeria is a valuable historical document that provides a fascinating account of the life of a significant figure in Algerian history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old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.