02823cam a22004093u 4500 54782 UtSlPG 20260610134249.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 06008614 UtSlPG en iso639-1 D Nöldeke, Theodor, 1836-1930 Sketches from Eastern History Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-05-25 Some characteristics of the Semitic race -- The Koran -- Islam -- Caliph Mansúr -- A servile war in the East -- Yakúb the coppersmith, and his dynasty -- Some Syrian saints -- Barhebræus -- King Theodore of Abyssinia. Produced by Delphine Lettau, Cindy Beyer, and the online Project Gutenberg team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net with images provided by The Internet Archive. "Sketches from Eastern History" by Theodor Nöldeke is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work provides a series of essays that explore key aspects of Eastern history, particularly focused on the Semitic races and the rise of Islam. The author, a noted orientalist, aims to provide insights into the culture, religion, and political dynamics of the region, enhancing the understanding of historical figures such as the Islamic prophet Mohammed and his works. At the start of the text, Nöldeke presents the complex task of depicting the moral and psychological characteristics of the Semitic races, acknowledging the challenges and contradictions involved. He critiques previous scholars who have portrayed these traits and outlines his intent to contribute meaningfully to the discourse. The opening engages the reader by elaborating on how geography, religion, and history have shaped the characteristics and civilizations of the Semitic peoples, and it sets the stage for a deeper examination that will unfold in subsequent chapters. Through his rigorous analysis, Nöldeke's work promises to be a valuable resource for both specialists and general readers interested in the history and influence of the Eastern world. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Christian saints Theodore II, Negus of Ethiopia, -1868 Islam Islamic Empire Bar Hebraeus, 1226-1286 Semites Syria -- Church history Black, J. Sutherland (John Sutherland), 1846-1923 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54782 95614 95614