The Assassin Legends: Myths of the Isma’ilis by Farhad Daftary - Free PDF Download & Read Online
About The Assassin Legends: Myths of the Isma’ilis
For centuries, the Isma\'ilis were shrouded in mystery, feared and misunderstood across medieval Europe and the Islamic world. In this groundbreaking study, Farhad Daftary traces how the notorious \'Assassin legends\' took shape—woven from crusader tales, political propaganda, and vivid imagination rather than historical fact. He dismantles the myths surrounding this secretive Shi\'i community, revealing the real beliefs, scholars, and history hidden beneath layers of distortion.
- Book Title: The Assassin Legends: Myths of the Isma’ilis
- Author: Farhad Daftary
- Category: History & Civilization
- Available Formats: PDF
- PDF Size: 13.7 MB
- File Size: 13.7 MB
- Language: English
