The Three Students (Paperback)

Haldane Macfall

ISBN 10: 1026042909 / ISBN 13: 9781026042908

Published by Tradd Street Press, 2026

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Paperback. "The Three Students" is a sweeping historical novel set against the vibrant and turbulent landscape of 11th-century Persia. The narrative centers on a legendary pact made between three schoolmates-Omar Khayyam, Nizam-ul-Mulk, and Hassan-i Sabbah-who vow that whichever of them attains power or fortune first will assist the others. As their lives unfold, the story follows their divergent paths: Omar becomes the world-renowned poet and astronomer; Nizam-ul-Mulk rises to become the wise and powerful Grand Vizier; and Hassan-i Sabbah evolves into the enigmatic and feared founder of the Order of Assassins.Through the intertwining destinies of these three iconic figures, Haldane Macfall explores profound themes of ambition, loyalty, and the philosophical search for truth. From the intellectual brilliance of the court at Isfahan to the dark intrigues of the fortress at Alamut, the work captures the cultural richness and political volatility of the Seljuk Empire. "The Three Students" stands as a compelling blend of biographical fiction and historical adventure, offering a vivid window into a pivotal era of history and the origins of some of its most enduring legends.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Three Students (Paperback)
• Publisher: Tradd Street Press
• Publication Date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1026042909
• ISBN 13: 9781026042908
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: new

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"The Three Students" is a sweeping historical novel set against the vibrant and turbulent landscape of 11th-century Persia. The narrative centers on a legendary pact made between three schoolmates-Omar Khayyám, Nizam-ul-Mulk, and Hassan-i Sabbah-who vow that whichever of them attains power or fortune first will assist the others. As their lives unfold, the story follows their divergent paths: Omar becomes the world-renowned poet and astronomer; Nizam-ul-Mulk rises to become the wise and powerful Grand Vizier; and Hassan-i Sabbah evolves into the enigmatic and feared founder of the Order of Assassins.

Through the intertwining destinies of these three iconic figures, Haldane Macfall explores profound themes of ambition, loyalty, and the philosophical search for truth. From the intellectual brilliance of the court at Isfahan to the dark intrigues of the fortress at Alamut, the work captures the cultural richness and political volatility of the Seljuk Empire. "The Three Students" stands as a compelling blend of biographical fiction and historical adventure, offering a vivid window into a pivotal era of history and the origins of some of its most enduring legends.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.