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A Masterful Exploration of History’s Greatest Cycles
Why do civilizations rise to greatness, only to decline and disappear? What forces drive the expansion and collapse of empires? How can history’s lessons help us navigate today’s world?
In The Unfolding of Empires, historian and scholar Omar Han explores the brilliant theories of Ibn Khaldun, the 14th-century philosopher and historian whose insights into the cyclical nature of civilizations still shape modern thought. Considered a pioneer in historiography, sociology, and political science, Ibn Khaldun developed a revolutionary model for understanding how societies evolve, thrive, and ultimately fall into decline.
In besieged Damascus, an elderly historian descended a wall on a rope to meet Timur. He had spent a lifetime studying power. Now his own life depended on its use.
The Unfolding of Empires follows Ibn Khaldun through plague, prison, court intrigue, scholarly refuge and devastating loss. Alongside that life, Omar Han opens the questions of the Muqaddimah: how people learn to act together, why rulers erode their own support, and how labor, education and justice sustain a society.
This literary biography brings political thought close to lived experience. It takes faith seriously without turning a complicated thinker into a saint, and separates historical evidence from interpretation without sacrificing the movement of the story.
For readers drawn to Islamic history, the rise and decline of states, and the relationship between knowledge and spiritual life, it offers a searching encounter with a mind whose questions outlived the world that formed him.
A must-read for those who seek wisdom from history to shape the future.
Uncover the timeless lessons of Ibn Khaldun!
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - A Masterful Exploration of History's Greatest CyclesWhy do civilizations rise to greatness, only to decline and disappear What forces drive the expansion and collapse of empires How can history's lessons help us navigate today's world In The Unfolding of Empires, historian and scholar Omar Han explores the brilliant theories of Ibn Khaldun, the 14th-century philosopher and historian whose insights into the cyclical nature of civilizations still shape modern thought. Considered a pioneer in historiography, sociology, and political science, Ibn Khaldun developed a revolutionary model for understanding how societies evolve, thrive, and ultimately fall into decline.In besieged Damascus, an elderly historian descended a wall on a rope to meet Timur. He had spent a lifetime studying power. Now his own life depended on its use.The Unfolding of Empires follows Ibn Khaldun through plague, prison, court intrigue, scholarly refuge and devastating loss. Alongside that life, Omar Han opens the questions of the Muqaddimah: how people learn to act together, why rulers erode their own support, and how labor, education and justice sustain a society.This literary biography brings political thought close to lived experience. It takes faith seriously without turning a complicated thinker into a saint, and separates historical evidence from interpretation without sacrificing the movement of the story.For readers drawn to Islamic history, the rise and decline of states, and the relationship between knowledge and spiritual life, it offers a searching encounter with a mind whose questions outlived the world that formed him.A must-read for those who seek wisdom from history to shape the future.Uncover the timeless lessons of Ibn Khaldun! N° de réf. du vendeur 9798314645352
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. The Unfolding of Empires: Ibn Khaldun's Vision of History, Civilization, and SocietyWhat causes the rise of great civilizations? Why do once-mighty empires collapse into ruin? How do social cohesion, economic power, and governance shape the fate of nations?In The Unfolding of Empires, Omar Han explores the groundbreaking theories of Ibn Khaldun, the 14th-century historian, philosopher, and social scientist whose visionary ideas on civilizational cycles, political power, and economic structures remain remarkably relevant today. Far ahead of his time, Ibn Khaldun developed one of history's first systematic approaches to understanding the evolution of societies-an approach that scholars now recognize as a foundation for modern historiography, sociology, and political science.This book delves into his most influential work, The Muqaddimah, and presents a comprehensive, accessible, and engaging analysis of his theories, including: The Cyclical Nature of Civilizations - Why societies flourish, stagnate, and eventually fall into decline. The Power of Asabiyyah (Social Cohesion) - How unity and shared purpose drive nations to greatness. Governance and Statecraft - The delicate balance between strong leadership and bureaucratic decay. Economic Theories and Market Forces - How taxation, labor, and trade shape the destiny of societies. Historical Methodology - Ibn Khaldun's revolutionary approach to empirical research and critical analysis. Modern Applications - How his insights help us understand globalization, economic crises, and political instability today.With an engaging narrative and in-depth exploration, Omar Han brings Ibn Khaldun's wisdom to a modern audience, illustrating how the cycles of history continue to influence our world. Whether you are a historian, economist, philosopher, political scientist, or simply a curious reader, this book will transform the way you see the past, present, and future. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9798314645352
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