Volume 1: Crusades Prior to the Rise of the Ayubid State
The first volume sets the stage, chronicling the turbulent decades of the early Crusades that paved the way for the emergence of Salah ad-Din. It explores the geopolitical, religious, and military complexities of the time, offering readers a nuanced understanding of the environment that shaped the young commander and the foundations of his worldview.
Volume 2: The Establishment of the Ayubid State
In this second installment, Dr. Sall details Salah ad-Din’s rise from a capable general to the founder of the Ayubid dynasty. Through carefully documented campaigns, political alliances, and administrative reforms, the volume traces how Salah ad-Din unified vast territories under his rule, laying the groundwork for a Muslim revival that would change the course of history.
Volume 3: The Battle of Hattin, the Conquest of Jerusalem, and the Third Crusade
The trilogy culminates in a gripping narrative of Salah ad-Din’s most defining moments: his decisive victory at the Battle of Hattin, the subsequent recapture of Jerusalem, and his legendary encounters with King Richard the Lionheart during the Third Crusade. This volume not only highlights his strategic genius but also his enduring commitment to justice, diplomacy, and the ethical conduct of war.