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In the vast tapestry of history, there are threads often overlooked, stories buried beneath the sands of time. “The Kisra’s Horsemen,” penned by acclaimed author Guy Tchibozo, is a literary excavation, unearthing the remarkable journey of Africans from Iran to the West African coast during the Middle Ages.
Set against the backdrop of the 7th century, Tchibozo’s novel breathes life into the legend of Kisra, weaving a narrative that spans continents and epochs. In 636 AD, the formidable Sassanid army faced a crushing defeat at Qadisiyya, succumbing to the Muslim troops of the Rashidun Caliphate. Among the aftermath of this clash, black mercenaries from the Persian cavalry found themselves thrust into an odyssey of survival and resilience.
Forced into exile to evade enslavement, these warriors embarked on a harrowing journey spanning over 8,000 kilometers. Their path traversed lands steeped in history and myth, from Jordan’s ancient ruins to the fertile banks of the Nile, from the sands of Sudan to the savannas of Nigeria. It was in the Borgu region, nestled along the Gulf of Benin, that they forged new kingdoms, laying the foundations for legacies that endure to this day.
“The Kisra’s Horsemen” is more than a historical novel; it is a fusion of meticulously researched facts, oral traditions, and imaginative storytelling. Tchibozo seamlessly blends the rigors of academic inquiry with the allure of fiction, offering readers a captivating glimpse into a forgotten chapter of human history.
Born in Benin in 1960, Guy Tchibozo brings a wealth of academic expertise to his literary endeavors. A graduate of the renowned IEP in Paris and a holder of a doctorate in economics, Tchibozo’s career has been dedicated to the exploration of education-work relationships. From his tenure as a lecturer in economics to his role as a university professor, his contributions to academia have been invaluable.
Beyond the confines of the classroom, Tchibozo has served as a vocational training expert at the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop) in Greece. He is a esteemed member of the LISEC Education Research Centre at the University of Strasbourg and the editor of the esteemed journal Education Thinking.
With “The Kisra’s Horsemen,” Guy Tchibozo invites readers on an enthralling expedition through time and space, offering a poignant reminder of the enduring resilience and untold stories that shape our collective heritage
