Al Jazzar
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light foxing on top of block but pages otherwise fine, faded spine on dust jacket
Al Jazzar by Christopher Matthews chronicles the tumultuous life of Ahmed Al-Jazzar Pasha, the formidable Ottoman governor renowned for his staunch defense of Acre. This historical novel vividly reconstructs the political intrigues and military campaigns of the late 18th century Middle East. It presents a compelling portrait of a leader who defied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitions, illustrating the strategic brilliance and ruthless determination required to maintain power in a volatile era. The narrative captures the epic scale of the conflict and the personal struggles of its central figure. Readers will find themselves immersed in a meticulously researched world of empire, war, and unwavering resolve.
Author: Christopher Matthews
Format: Hardback
Published: 1982, GEORGE ALLEN & UNWIN
Edition: First Edition
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Light foxing on top of block but pages otherwise fine, faded spine on dust jacket
Al Jazzar by Christopher Matthews chronicles the tumultuous life of Ahmed Al-Jazzar Pasha, the formidable Ottoman governor renowned for his staunch defense of Acre. This historical novel vividly reconstructs the political intrigues and military campaigns of the late 18th century Middle East. It presents a compelling portrait of a leader who defied Napoleon Bonaparte's ambitions, illustrating the strategic brilliance and ruthless determination required to maintain power in a volatile era. The narrative captures the epic scale of the conflict and the personal struggles of its central figure. Readers will find themselves immersed in a meticulously researched world of empire, war, and unwavering resolve.