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Islam and Sufism

The Isma'ilis

Their History and Doctrines

by Farhad Daftary

The standard comprehensive history of the Ismaili branch of Shi'ism, from its origins through the Fatimid caliphate, the Nizari state of Alamut and the modern community led by the Aga Khan. Daftary also dispels many of the legends about the 'Assassins'.

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