Saladin

Saladin is a must read for those learning of Middle Eastern tradition.

The book, capably translated by David S. Bachrach, is a brief but highly readable and informative work... the book is well suited for the general public and for classroom use.

This short book... is easy to read and comprehend. It is well suited for the general audience... Its strength lies in that it not only covers events on the battlefield, but it also covers diplomatic efforts as part of its narrative on Saladin's life.

Anyone who reads this book will understand why Saladin continues to capture the imagination and interest of people in the 21st century.

This book provides a lively introduction to Saladin, a medieval sultan whose deeds and legend still loom large today. Utilizing both Muslim and Christian sources, Möhring describes a Saladin who was both a man of his times and a leader of remarkable qualities. Students will find both the man and the legend well worth studying.