The Making of the Medieval Middle East - by Jack Tannous (Paperback)

The Making of the Medieval Middle East by Jack Tannous is a groundbreaking historical narrative that challenges traditional assumptions about the region's conversion to Islam.

By placing ordinary Christians at the center of the story, Tannous offers a fresh perspective on the religious transformations that shaped the late antique and medieval Middle East.

This provocative book draws on a wealth of Greek, Syriac, and Arabic sources to recast these conquered lands as largely Christian ones whose growing Muslim populations are properly understood as converting away from and in competition with the non-Muslim communities around them. With its innovative approach and compelling narrative, The Making of the Medieval Middle East is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the complex religious history of this pivotal region.