Ahmad Al-Mansur
Garcia-Arenal, Mercedes Sultan Ahmad al-Mansur (1578-1603) was one of the most significant rulers in the history of Morocco. A brilliant political and military tactician, cunning diplomat and descendent of the Prophet Muhammad himself, al-Mansur was a charismatic religious authority with ambitions to become Caliph and ruler of all Islam. Spanning four continents, this introduction assesses this fascinating figure and his legacy amidst the political intrigue, colonial...