The Hashashin

It is a literary work that narrates the story of the Hashashin group, which is one of the most controversial groups in Islamic history. This group was established in the Middle Ages, specifically in the 11th century AD by Hassan Sabbah in Alamut Castle in Iran. The Hashashin were famous for using drugs, especially hashish, as part of their religious rituals and lifestyle, in addition to following a policy of organized political assassinations. In the book, Hassan Hafez presents detailed information about the history of this group, covering various aspects of their lives such as their rituals, internal organizations, and military combat against political and religious forces they opposed. The book also addresses the main figures in Hashashin history, such as Hassan Sabbah and his followers, and how they influenced Islamic and world history. The book is a mixture of history, biography, and psychological analysis, providing a comprehensive view of the circumstances of the group's emergence and the reasons for their strength and weakness at certain times.