The History of Al-Tabari English Franz Rosenthal
Tarikh al-Umam wa’l muluk commonly known as Tareekh al-Tabari written by Abu Ja’far Muhammad b Jarir al-Tabri, is a monumental work on Islamic history. The book discusses the history of the old nations, prophets, the rise of Islam and the history of the Islamic World. it was a painstaking time gathering and filtering the information from different sources taking more than 12 years in writing this book.
This is english translation of Tareekh e-Tabri done by Franz Rosenthal of Yale University. It has 40 Volumes which have been combined into one file.
Editorial Board
Ihsan Abbas, University of Jordan, Amman
C. E. Bosworth, The University of Manchester
Jacob Lassner, Wayne State University, Detroit
Franz Rosenthal, Yale University
Ehsan Yar-Shater, Columbia University (General Editor)
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Overview
The History of Al-Tabari, known as Tarikh al-Umam wa’l muluk, is a monumental historical work authored by the esteemed Islamic scholar Abu Ja’far Muhammad b Jarir al-Tabari. This expansive text delves into the chronicles of ancient nations, the narratives of prophets, the emergence of Islam, and the subsequent development of the Islamic world. Al-Tabari dedicated over 12 years to meticulously gathering, analyzing, and synthesizing information from a myriad of sources, resulting in a comprehensive account that serves as a cornerstone for understanding Islamic history.
This particular edition is the English translation of Tareekh e-Tabri, skillfully rendered by Franz Rosenthal from Yale University. The translation spans 40 volumes, thoughtfully compiled into a single file for ease of access and study. The editorial board consists of distinguished scholars, including Ihsan Abbas, C. E. Bosworth, Jacob Lassner, and Ehsan Yar-Shater, ensuring a high standard of academic rigor and authenticity throughout the work.
Key Themes
- In-depth exploration of the history of ancient civilizations and their relevance to Islamic narratives.
- Comprehensive accounts of the lives and teachings of prophets within the Islamic tradition.
- Analysis of the rise and expansion of Islam and the socio-political dynamics of the Islamic world.
- Historical methodology and critical examination of sources utilized by al-Tabari.
Who This Book Benefits
- Students and scholars of Islamic history seeking a foundational text for research.
- Historians interested in the development of early Islamic civilization.
- General readers who wish to deepen their understanding of Islamic heritage and its historical context.
- Academics looking for a reliable English translation of a seminal work in Islamic historiography.
