Sketches from Eastern History by Theodor Nöldeke
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"Sketches from Eastern History" by Theodor Nöldeke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a series of essays that explore key aspects of Eastern history, particularly focused on the Semitic races and the rise of Islam. The author, a noted orientalist, aims to provide insights into the culture, religion, and political dynamics of the region, enhancing the understanding of historical figures such as the Islamic prophet
Mohammed and his works. At the start of the text, Nöldeke presents the complex task of depicting the moral and psychological characteristics of the Semitic races, acknowledging the challenges and contradictions involved. He critiques previous scholars who have portrayed these traits and outlines his intent to contribute meaningfully to the discourse. The opening engages the reader by elaborating on how geography, religion, and history have shaped the characteristics and civilizations of the Semitic peoples, and it sets the stage for a deeper examination that will unfold in subsequent chapters. Through his rigorous analysis, Nöldeke's work promises to be a valuable resource for both specialists and general readers interested in the history and influence of the Eastern world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Nöldeke, Theodor, 1836-1930 |
|---|---|
| Translator | Black, J. Sutherland (John Sutherland), 1846-1923 |
| LoC No. | 06008614 |
| Title | Sketches from Eastern History |
| Contents | Some characteristics of the Semitic race -- The Koran -- Islam -- Caliph Mansúr -- A servile war in the East -- Yakúb the coppersmith, and his dynasty -- Some Syrian saints -- Barhebræus -- King Theodore of Abyssinia. |
| Credits |
Produced by Delphine Lettau, Cindy Beyer, and the online Project Gutenberg team at www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archive. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 53.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Christian saints |
| Subject | Theodore II, Negus of Ethiopia, -1868 |
| Subject | Islam |
| Subject | Islamic Empire |
| Subject | Bar Hebraeus, 1226-1286 |
| Subject | Semites |
| Subject | Syria -- Church history |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54782 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-54782-4 |
| Release Date | May 25, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 702 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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