The Fall of the Caliphate of Córdoba
Biographical note
Peter C. Scales, Ph.D. (1986) in Hispanic Studies, University of Birmingham, is Lecturer in Spanish at the University of Aberdeen. He has published widely, both in English and Spanish, reflecting his interests in Spanish medieval history and archaeology.
Readership
All those interested in the medieval history of Spain and in Islamic history and historiography, including students of theology and social anthropology.
Reviews
'Professor Scales of the University of Aberdeen has done a fine job of clarifying this short but divisive period... His command of texts and bibliography is commendable, as are his maps and dynastic charts.'
T.B. Irving, Journal of Islamic Studies, 1995.
T.B. Irving, Journal of Islamic Studies, 1995.
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