About “Wasitat al-suluk fi siyasat al-muluk”
Wassitat al-Suluk fi Siyasat al-Muluk is a political treatise from the Islamic mirrors for princes genre. Written by Sultan Abu Hammu II, ruler of the Kingdom of Tlemcen from 1359 to 1389, the exact date of the work is uncertain but likely between 1364 and 1376. The book offers political advice to his son, Abu Tachfin II, and other rulers. It covers themes like governance ethics, justice, wisdom, and courage. The text also addresses state management elements such as the military, ministers, and finances. The author presents his work as essential for successful rule. The book is a rare primary source on the Zayyanid reign in the central Maghreb. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
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