ABSTRACT
Those villages have among their inhabitants, a branch of the Nefzaoua tribe. . . . They have among them compatriots of Frankish origin whose ancestors are from Sardinia. These have established themselves as tributaries, paying the jizyah tax, and their descendants are still there.2
The sultan regrets the trouble that has occurred here. . . . If you have any inclination to return, you and anyone who comes with you will be well received. Merchandise is selling at a good price and you could buy whatever you like. Whatever your associates have left behind will be returned.4
