Description: The Moor's Last Stand by Elizabeth Drayson "Published in Great Britain in 2017 by Profile Books Ltd"--Title page verso. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Moors Last Stand presents the poignant story of Boabdil, the last Muslim king of Granada. Betrayed by his family and undermined by faction and internal conflict, Boabdil was defeated in 1492 by the forces of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of the newly united kingdoms of Castile and Aragon. The Christian victory marked the completion of the long Christian re-conquest of Spain and ended seven centuries in which Christians, Muslims, and Jews had, for the most part, lived peacefully and profitably together. Five centuries after his death, Boabdil continues to be a potent symbol of resistance to the forces of western Christendom, and his image endures in contemporary culture. Based on original research in the region by a leading historian of Granada, this book presents a vivid account of Boabdils life and times and considers the impact of his defeat then and now. Back Cover The first full account in any language of the last Muslim king of Spain. An action-packed story of betrayal, courage, intrigue, heroism, and tragedy. The Moors Last Stand presents the poignant story of Boabdil, the last Muslim king of Granada. Betrayed by his family and undermined by faction and internal conflict, Boabdil was defeated in 1492 by the forces of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella of the newly united kingdoms of Castile and Aragon. The Christian victory marked the completion of the long Christian re-conquest of Spain and ended seven centuries in which Christians, Muslims, and Jews had, for the most part, lived peacefully and profitably together. Five centuries after his death, Boabdil continues to be a potent symbol of resistance to the forces of western Christendom, and his image endures in contemporary culture. Based on original research in the region by a leading historian of Granada, this book presents a vivid account of Boabdils life and times and considers the impact of his defeat then and now. Author Biography Elizabeth Drayson is a member of the Department of Spanish and Portuguese at the University of Cambridge, and senior lecturer at Murray Edwards College and Peterhouse. Her books include The King and the Whore: King Roderick and La Cava (2007) and The Lead Books of Granada (2013). Details ISBN1566560047 Author Elizabeth Drayson Year 2017 ISBN-10 1566560047 ISBN-13 9781566560047 Media Book Short Title The Moors Last Stand Language English Format Paperback Imprint Interlink Books Subtitle How Seven Centuries of Muslim Rule in Spain Came to an End Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2017-04-30 NZ Release Date 2017-04-30 US Release Date 2017-04-30 UK Release Date 2017-04-30 Pages 232 Publisher Interlink Books Publication Date 2017-04-30 DEWEY 946.02 Audience General Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:137702387;
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