History of Hama

In The History of Hama, Ahmed bin Ibrahim Al-Sabuni opens for us the folded pages of the biography of one of Syria's most ancient cities, a city whose streets and urban centers are intertwined with the traces of the Hittites and the Pharaohs, the echoes of the Greeks and Romans, and the echoes of the Islamic conquests. As a son of the city, who experienced its atmosphere and was captivated by its news, the author presents a vivid record of its major events from more than 2,500 years BC to the beginning of the twentieth century. The book is not merely a dry historical exposition; rather, it is a vibrant testimony describing the landmarks of ancient Hama, the characteristics of its people, and the lives of its notables and luminaries. It draws the reader into a deep-rooted civilization, whose evidence is still present in urban architecture and memory. It is an invitation to discover a city whose history speaks of the greatness of Syria and the richness of the East.