MANSA MUSA: Emperor of The Wealthy Mali Empire

By History Titans

If you're familiar with Mansa Musa you might expect the headline to read, 'Mansa Musa – the wealthiest person that ever lived.' But in reality, he was more than just a rich person. Every source or article would either emphasize the subject of Mansa Musa and his wealth, or his famous pilgrimage to Mecca. Even though his Hajj expedition was fascinating due to the numerous events that occurred during the journey, there are many more interesting stories about his life.
This book is about how he took over the throne, how his rule influenced the economy of the Mali Empire, and how his empire accumulated more wealth after his return. The book also covers the grandeur of cities like Timbuktu and Djenne that were converted into cultural and educational centers.
Mansa Musa was a generous king who contributed a lot of his wealth and efforts towards the development of the Empire of Mali. He brought a lot of people with him to build universities, schools, and mosques to spread educational values and make Timbuktu a learning center. He also played an important part in spreading the religion of Islam. If you're intrigued about his life tales and his impact on West Africa and the world, this book is the right source for you.

• Language: English
• Publisher: History Titans
• Release date: Mar 10, 2020
• ISBN: 9781393787938

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Mansa Musa

Emperor of the Wealthy Mali Empire

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Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter 1: Before the Reign

The Mali Empire

Important Trade Routes

The Culture and People of Mali

Lineage of Rulers

Chapter 2: The Reign of Mansa Musa

Development of the Mali Empire

Spread of Islam

Significant Buildings, Architecture, and Art of the Empire

Chapter 3: Pilgrimage to Mecca

Preparation for the Expedition

Stop in Cairo, Egypt

Mecca

Return from Mecca

Influence on Other Regions of the World

Chapter 4: Through the Eyes of Ibn Battuta

About Ibn Battuta

Ibn Battuta's Travel to Mali

Beginning the Journey to Mali

Reaching the Destination

His Meeting with the Mansa

Good and Bad Qualities of the People of Mali

Festivities in Mali

The Day of Departure

Reaching Timbuktu and Gao

Chapter 5: Mali After Mansa Musa

The Mali Empire during the Mid-14th Century

Improvement in Infrastructure

Rise and Fall of the Songhai Empire

French Colonization and Independence

Present-Day Mali

Conclusion

Introduction

Mansa Musa, an African ruler, widely known for his wealth and royalty, was an emperor who ruled the Mali Empire. The 14th century witnessed Mansa Musa's grandeur, lavish spending, and his famous pilgrimage to Mecca, which caused major changes in the Mali Empire and in a few regions around the world, namely Cairo in Egypt and some parts of Europe. To date, he is plausibly regarded as having been one of the richest people in the world, even when compared to the billionaires of the 21st century. It's believed that his total worth was around $400 billion, which is a lot more than any billionaire in today's world.

He is known for his praiseworthy devotion to Islam and how he inspired trade, economic growth, and culture in Timbuktu. His contribution to the spread of Islam was highly appreciated in the community due to his constant orders to build mosques and schools that taught Koranic values. He also encouraged students to enroll in Islamic universities in North Africa.

One of the most important highlights of his life was his Mecca pilgrimage. He was accompanied by tens of thousands of heralds and soldiers, dressed in expensive Persian silk, along with horses and camels that carried an enormous amount of gold. His return from Mecca is another interesting tale that traces his route along with various important stops and how he extended a helping hand to improve the economy of those communities.

The life of Mansa Musa is an exciting story that sparks bewilderment. This book covers the