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Extra History: Ibn Battuta

Offered By: Extra Credits via YouTube

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Medieval History Courses Critical Thinking Courses World History Courses Cultural Awareness Courses

Course Description

Overview

Embark on a captivating historical journey through a six-part video series exploring the extraordinary life and travels of Ibn Battuta, one of history's greatest explorers. Discover the adventures of this 14th-century Moroccan scholar as he traverses the medieval Islamic world, encountering Mongols, mystics, and mad sultans along the way. Follow Battuta's escape to China, his experiences during the Black Death, and his eventual homecoming. Delve into the controversies surrounding his accounts and separate fact from fiction. Enhance your viewing experience with a specially composed musical piece, "Battuta's Voyage," and gain additional insights through a short video on execution elephants mentioned in Battuta's travels. This comprehensive series offers a blend of education and entertainment, bringing to life the fascinating world of medieval Islamic exploration and cultural exchange.

Syllabus

Ibn Battuta - The Great Traveler - Extra History - #1.
Ibn Battuta - Mongols and Mystics - Extra History - #2.
Ibn Battuta - The Mad Sultan - Extra History - #3.
Ibn Battuta - Escape to China - Extra History - #4.
Ibn Battuta - Plague and Homecoming - Extra History - #5.
Ibn Battuta - Lies - Extra History.
♫ Ibn Battuta - "Battuta's Voyage" - Extra History Music.
Execution Elephants - Ibn Battuta - Extra History #shorts.


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