Baghdad : City of Peace, City of Blood | Hardcover

Baghdad: City of Peace, City of Blood by Justin Marozzi | 1300-Year History of Baghdad | Hardcover

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 459
Date of Release: 2014

A city of brilliance… and brutality. A history like no other. 🏛️⚔️

Baghdad: City of Peace, City of Blood by Justin Marozzi is a sweeping, richly detailed history of one of the world’s most iconic and complex cities — spanning over thirteen centuries of glory and turmoil.

Once the dazzling heart of the Abbasid Empire, Baghdad was a global center of science, culture, trade, and intellectual achievement. Its golden age saw remarkable advancements in astronomy, mathematics, medicine, and literature — and inspired timeless works like One Thousand and One Nights.

But alongside its brilliance lies a darker legacy. From devastating invasions by Hulagu Khan and Tamerlane to modern conflicts under Saddam Hussein and the 2003 invasion, Baghdad has endured cycles of destruction, resilience, and rebirth.

With vivid storytelling and deep research, Marozzi brings alive the splendour, suffering, and spirit of a city that has shaped world history like few others.

Why You’ll Love This Book
Epic 1300-year history of Baghdad
Combines culture, politics, war, and society
Rich storytelling with powerful historical insights
Perfect for readers of world history and Middle Eastern studies
A definitive, engaging account of a legendary city

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