Cover; Non-Muslims in the Early Islamic Empire; Cambridge Studies in Islamic Civilization; Title; Copyright; Dedication; Contents; Illustrations; Preface; Introduction; HISTORY OF RESEARCH; Goals of the Present Research; The Structure of the Book; 1. The Roots and Authenticity of the Surrender Agreements in the Seventh Century; TREATIES BEFORE THE MUSLIM CONQUEST; Treaties with the Sasanians; Treaties with the Barbarians and the Arabs; Barbarians; Arabs; LOCAL SURRENDER AGREEMENTS DURING THE ROMANAND BYZANTINE PERIOD
Summary
Shows how regulations that applied to minorities in early Islamic societies were based on traditions originating from the conquerors and the conquered
