The Arab conquests in Central Asia by H. A. R. Gibb
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"The Arab Conquests in Central Asia" by H. A. R. Gibb is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work explores the various stages and complexities of the Arab conquests in Central Asia, particularly focusing on the regions of Khurāsān and Transoxania. The book delves into the political and cultural dynamics of the time, detailing the interactions between Arab forces and the Iranian peoples they sought to subjugate. The
opening of the book sets the stage for an in-depth examination of the early history and political divisions of the Oxus Basin, introducing essential themes of conquest, resistance, and cultural assimilation. Gibb discusses the historical backdrop leading up to the Arab invasions, outlining the various nomadic tribes and political entities that existed prior to the incursions. The narrative indicates the complexity of the political landscape, emphasizing that the socio-cultural identities of the regions impacted the outcomes of the Arab military expeditions. Gibb's meticulous approach highlights the significance of understanding local histories and dynamics in the context of these historical conquests. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gibb, H. A. R. (Hamilton Alexander Rosskeen), 1895-1971 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 24008528 |
| Title | The Arab conquests in Central Asia |
| Note | "The first draft of this work was presented to the University of London ... 1921, under the title of The Arab conquest of Transoxania, as a thesis for the degree of master of arts." |
| Credits |
Produced by Turgut Dincer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 57.5 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DK: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Russia, Former Soviet Republics, Poland |
| Subject | Islamic Empire |
| Subject | Bukhoro (Uzbekistan) -- History |
| Subject | Khanate of Bukhara -- History |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 61791 |
| Release Date | Apr 8, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 573 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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