The Story of the Saracens: From the Earliest Times to the Fall of Bagdad (1886)

""The Story of the Saracens"" by Arthur Gilman is a historical account that traces the rise and fall of the Saracen empire from its earliest days to the fall of Baghdad. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Saracen people, their culture, religion, and military conquests. It delves into the origins of Islam and the life of the Prophet Muhammad, examining the impact of his teachings on the Saracen people and their subsequent expansion into the Middle East, North Africa, and Spain. The book also explores the various conflicts and battles that the Saracens fought against rival empires and kingdoms, including the Byzantine Empire and the Crusaders. Gilman's work is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Middle East and the rise of Islam, providing a detailed account of one of the most influential empires in world 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.