The Compassionate Warrior
Abd el-Kader of Algeria
1st Edition
Published on 16. May 2013
184 pages
978-1-937786-18-2 (ISBN)
Description
A brilliant military strategist, superb horseman, statesman, philosopher, Muslim saint . . . Emir Abdel Kader (1808-1883) was an international celebrity in his own time, known for his generosity and kindness even towards enemies. Today he is recognized as one of the noblest leaders of the 19th century and a pioneer in interfaith dialogue. This fascinating biography of the heroic Arab who led the resistance to the French conquest of Algeria, endured betrayal and imprisonment, and in 1860, in Syria, saved thousands of innocent people from mob violence brings a vital message for our times.
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Language
English
Place of publication
New York
United States
Target group
Young adult
US School Grade: From Eighth Grade to Twelfth Grade, Interest Age: From 13 to 18 years
Illustrations
6 Color Illustrations
File size
2,58 MB
ISBN-13
978-1-937786-18-2 (9781937786182)
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Content
- The Compassionate Warrior
- CONTENTS
- List of Illustrations
- Map
- Foreword: Abd el-Kader: What Makes a Hero?
- Preface
- Prologue: Algeria, December 1847
- Chapter 1: Barbary Pirates and French Adventures
- Chapter 2: An Unlikely Leader Emerges
- Chapter 3: The Emir's Strategy
- Chapter 4: Abd el-Kader's Vision for His People
- Chapter 5: Frenchmen in the Emir's Life
- Chapter 6: War of Total Conquest
- Chapter 7: The Devastating Tides of War
- Chapter 8: Promises Kept and Broken
- Chapter 9: The Imprisoned Celebrity
- Chapter 10: Freedom and a New Life in Exile
- Chapter 11: Madness in Damascus
- Chapter 12: Abd el-Kader's Vision for the World
- Epilogue: Algeria After Abd el-Kader
- Notes
- Timeline
- Glossary
- Selected Bibliography
- Biographical Notes
- Index
