Putting the caliph in his place : power, authority, and the late Abbasid Caliphate / Eric J. Hanne.

Author/creator Hanne, Eric J., 1967-
Format Book
Publication InfoMadison, NJ : Fairleigh Dickinson University Press, ©2007.
Description277 pages : maps, genealogical tables ; 24 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents only
Subjects

Contents Revisiting the caliphate -- Reestablishing a presence -- The ramifications and limitations of power -- Power as a means to an end -- Limitations in the maintenance of power -- Conclusion -- Appendixes : genealogical tables -- Appendix 1. Abbasid -- Appendix 2. Buyid genealogical table -- Appendix 3. Saljuq genealogical table.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 256-267) and index.
LCCN 2006027184
ISBN083864113X (alk. paper)
ISBN9780838641132 (alk. paper)