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Some five hundred years ago, the Askiya Muhammad founded the Songhay Dynasty of the Askiyas, which flourished for more than a century in Sahelian West Africa. The Askiya Muhammad administered his kingdom from Gao, Mali, although many of his most loyal followers were located in Timbuktu, Mali. The Timbuktu based scribe al hajj Mahmud Kati was a close friend of the Askiya Muhammad, who accompanied the famous Songhay leader during his pilgrimage to Mecca. The Tarikh al fattash is an eyewitness account of the rise and fall of the Songhay Empire, told from Kati's perspective as a key participant in many of the most important events in the era of the Askiyas. Wise's The Timbuktu Chronicles, 14931599 is a translation of the Octave Houdas and Maurice Delafosse s rendition of the Tarikh al fattash, which was compiled from three versions of the text that surfaced in the early twentieth century, and that were edited by Houdas and Delafosse in 1913. It includes a new introduction by Wise, as well as the original introduction and scholarly notes of Houdas and Delafosse. Although long valued as the most important historical document of the medieval period, Kati's chronicle is also a literary achievement that is comparable to the writings of figures like Chaucer, Rabelais, and Montaigne. Wise's introduction and study questions accompanying this translation provide contextualizing information for the nonspecialist. The Tarikh al fattash is essential reading for all students of African literature and history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Timbuktu Chronicles 1493-1599, Ta'rikh al Fattash'? A: The book primarily focuses on the rise and fall of the Songhay Empire, as chronicled by the scribe al hajj Mahmud Kati, who was a key participant in significant events of that era.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Timbuktu Chronicles 1493-1599, Ta'rikh al Fattash' is Christopher Wise.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on May 3, 2011.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Timbuktu Chronicles 1493-1599' have? A: The book contains a total of 348 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for non-specialists? A: Yes, the book includes a new introduction and study questions by Wise that provide contextual information, making it accessible for non-specialists.
- Q: What historical significance does this book hold? A: The 'Tarikh al fattash' is considered one of the most important historical documents from the medieval period and offers valuable insights into African literature and history.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: This is the First American edition of 'Timbuktu Chronicles 1493-1599, Ta'rikh al Fattash'.
- Q: Does this book contain any illustrations or maps? A: The product details do not specify any illustrations or maps included in the book.
- Q: Can I find study questions in this book? A: Yes, the book includes study questions that accompany the translation, aimed at enhancing understanding of the text.