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Author Archives: Belen Wilson
Ruggles: Inventing the Alhambra (1-21)
Ruggles: Inventing the Alhambra (1-21) The article is immensely descriptive and guides us through a history of those who have walked through or even inhabited that Alhambra. It starts off describing the different dynasties that have ruled throughout– I was … Continue reading
Marriage & Divorce in Muslim Granada (CH78)
Background Information The following documents show a marriage and divorce contract for ordinary people in Muslim Spain – very few everyday documents from Muslim Spain have survived. This is in large part because medieval Muslim society did not place heavy … Continue reading
Al Mansūr’s Raid on Santiago de Compostela (CH17)
Background Information This narrative showcases the life of Muhammad ibn Abi Amir, a powerful courtier who took the title of caliph from the previous caliph’s young son. He adopted the title of al-Mansūr meaning “the victorious” which complemented his military … Continue reading
A Catholic Bishop And An Arian King
Description ~ This chapter is written through the lens of an unknown writer in Mérida around ca. 630. The mysterious author praises Catholicism and makes it very clear that he is no fan of the Visigoths, specifically Leovigild, who tried … Continue reading