Makers Of The Muslim World: Muawiya Ibn Abi Sufyan

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Muawiya ibn abi Sufyan

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In this accessible study, Stephen Humphreys introduces the most elusive of the early caliphs, Muawiya ibn abi Sufyan (602-680). Throughout history, some have accused him of being the first caliph to diverge from Muhammeds model of ideal Muslim leadership whilst others credit him with uniting an empire in disarray and transforming the Caliphate into a practicable form of government. In light of this, Humphreys critically analyses his sources, and seeks to get as close as possible to a historical account of the great man.

Synopsis

In this accessible study, Stephen Humphreys introduces the most elusive of the early caliphs, Muawiya ibn abi Sufyan (602-680). Throughout history, some have accused him of being the first caliph to diverge from Muhammeds model of ideal Muslim leadership whilst others credit him with uniting an empire in disarray and transforming the Caliphate into a practicable form of government. In light of this, Humphreys critically analyses his sources, and seeks to get as close as possible to a historical account of the great man.