Reading The Book of Contemplation: Islam and the Crusades | Alexandria
Read The Book of Contemplation: Islam and the Crusades by Usama ibn Munqidh. Revealing a 12th-century Muslim warrior's startling view that his Christian enemies were worthy of respect, Ibn Munqidh's memoir shatters medieval stereotypes. His radical empathy for "infidels" offers vital lessons for bridging today's cultural divides - reminding us that seeing humanity in adversaries is timeless wisdom.