Politics and Cunning among the Arabs

This extraordinary historical work uncovers the nuanced arts of governance, diplomacy, and cunning in Arab-Islamic history, shying away from dry lectures and moralizing tones. Relying on storytelling, anecdotes, and historical tales, the book provides a deep look into political strategy and statecraft. Originally written in 1061 AH / 1651 AD, researcher René Khawam recovered this forgotten manuscript from the National Library of France, presenting a work that precedes Machiavelli's "The Prince" by over a century and bridges literary delight with political analysis.

It masterfully combines the charm of classical storytelling with sharp historical insights into the mechanics of power, offering readers both literary enjoyment and a deeper understanding of political strategy.

Enthusiasts of classical Arabic literature, political science researchers, history buffs, and anyone interested in governance, diplomacy, and strategic cunning.