Norman R. Bennett's A History of the Arab State of Zanzibar presents an in-depth study of Zanzibar's political, social, and economic development during the Arab period, from the 18th to the early 20th centuries. Through analysis of archives, colonial records, and various historical documents, Bennett describes the sultanate's governmental structure, international trade relations, social dynamic…
Juhainat al-Akhbar fi Tarikh Zanzibar is a seminal historical work that traces the long history of Zanzibar, particularly its close relationship with the Sultanate of Oman. Sheikh Said Ali bin Ali Al-Aghbari presents a rich historical account, covering the origins of Zanzibari's people, its social and political developments, and Oman's crucial role in shaping the region's cultural identity and …