Ibn Hamadouch al-Jazairi: Hayatuhu wa Asaruhu (ابن حمادوش الجزائري)

This scholarly work, 'Ibn Hamadouch', focuses on the life, travels, and intellectual legacy of Abdelrazzak Ibn Hamadouch al-Jazairi, a towering figure in 18th-century North African history. Known for his encyclopedic knowledge and his famous travelogue (Rihla), Ibn Hamadouch provided some of the most vivid descriptions of Algeria and specifically the city of Tlemsen during a period of significant transition. The book explores the socio-political climate of Ottoman Algeria, detailing the educational systems, religious endowments (Awqaf), and the cultural vibrancy of Tlemsen. It examines Ibn Hamadouch’s contributions to medicine, astronomy, and geography, highlighting how his observations served as a bridge between traditional Islamic sciences and the changing world of the 1700s. For students of Maghreb history and Islamic biographies, this Urdu edition provides rare access to the regional history of Algeria, offering insights into the local dynasties and the spiritual life of Tlemsen's inhabitants. It is an essential resource for those researching the intellectual history of the Maghreb and the preservation of North African cultural heritage.