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Timbuktu's Last Great Scholar: Ahmed Baba's Library
In this episode, Lucas and Luna explore the life and legacy of Ahmed Baba al-Timbukti, the last great scholar of Timbuktu's golden age. Born in 1556, Ahmed Baba was a prolific author, a fierce defender of intellectual integrity, and a man who refused to bow to the Saadian invaders who sacked his city in 1591. His library, said to contain over 1,600 volumes, was a treasure trove of law, astronomy, and theology. When he was exiled to Marrakech, he didn't just endure — he taught, debated, and wrote, even challenging the Saadian Sultan's claim to legitimacy. After his return, he…
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