Islamic History for the Curious

Islamic History for the Curious

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Snappy, accessible writing on Islamic and Middle Eastern history—for curious readers who want to get a clue.

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About Elizabeth Urban

Writer, editor, educator & historian of the medieval Middle East. I write weekly explainers, feminist field guides, and history lessons for the present tense.