Although relatively basic in its level of detail, I would not necessarily recommend this as a starting point to educate oneself on the history of the rightly-guided caliphs | For that reason it may be problematic for an introductory work but one could sweep past such statements without requiring the additional information |
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Considering it is a translated text, I found that the English flowed well, making it easy to read | To understand the political surrounding at the time of each of their caliphate is important in appreciating why al-Suyuti has included certain information i |
If you are expecting a proper biography book with a narrative with only or mostly authentic sources, this book is not it.
16Regardless, the selection of material and the quotes provided are superb | Unfortunately the translator has not included the sources from which the information is found |
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Considering it is a translated text, I found that the English flowed well, making it easy to read | So in conclusion, if you're looking for a simple and basic history book on the rightly guided Caliphs, you'll have to look elsewhere |
If you are expecting a proper biography book with a narrative with only or mostly authentic sources, this book is not it.
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