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Harun al-Rashid, the most famous Abbasid caliph, shines in the memory of history not only because of the stories woven around him in "One Thousand and One Nights," but also because of the remarkable scientific and literary renaissance that his era witnessed. In this book, the author reviews the golden times of Harun al-Rashid, when he enriched the councils with the presence of poets, writers, and scholars, and the Islamic State witnessed a boom in foreign trade and expanded political relations with the kingdoms of Europe, which was reflected in the precious gifts he gave to Emperor Sharman, demonstrating the sophistication of Arab civilization. The book also delves into prominent political events such as the rise and influence of the Baramuks, and their famous ordeal that occurred when the Caliph turned against them, providing an in-depth and interesting reading of this unique era of Islamic history.