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Louis Alexandre Corancez

Histoire Des Wahabis, Depuis Leur Origine Jusqu’a La Fin De 1809

Crapelet

1810

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A first edition copy of the first European study of the origins and history of Wahabism.

  • Louis Alexandre Corancez (French).
  • Paris: Crapelet, 1810.
  • Octavo.
  • 222 pages.
  • Bound in contemporary calf-backed marbled boards, morocco label.

 

The book starts with an account of the conversion of Mohammed ibn Saoud, then proceeds to the Ottoman campaign against Dereyah and their operations against Muscat and Ras al-Kaima during the period 1798 to 1809. There is also an account of Wahaby customs.

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Light wear and signs of age.

Some internal markings.

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First Edition

Language

French

Subject

History, Military, Fine bindings, Religion

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