"Novels of the History of Islam" is a series of historical novels that cover the stages of Islamic history from its beginnings to the modern era. Jurji Zaydan focused on suspense and excitement, aiming to encourage people to read history without boredom or boredom, and to disseminate historical knowledge to the largest possible audience. Novels are more accessible to people than serious, academic studies. "The Conquest of Andalusia, or Tariq ibn Ziyad" is part of the series. It is the third novel in the series, along with "The Girl of Kairouan" and "Abd al-Rahman al-Nasir," in which Zaydan addresses the extended period of Islamic rule in Andalusia. This novel includes an account of Spanish history before the Islamic conquest, along with a description of the social and political conditions prevailing among its people during the Visigothic rule. The novel also covers the historical events that witnessed the conquest of Andalusia by Tariq ibn Ziyad and the murder of Roderick, King of the Visigoths. Despite the centrality of Tariq ibn Ziyad as a historical figure, the protagonist is Florinda, daughter of Count Julian, ruler of Ceuta, and fiancée of the son of the Visigothic king.
