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Islamic Empires: The Cities that Shaped Civilization: From Mecca to Dubai,Used
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A history of the rich and diverse civilizations over fifteen centuries of Islam seen through its greatest cities.Islamic civilization was once the envy of the world. From a succession of glittering, cosmopolitan capitals, Islamic empires lorded it over the Middle East, North Africa, Central Asia and swathes of the Indian subcontinent, while Europe cowered feebly at the margins. For centuries the caliphate was both ascendant on the battlefield and triumphant in the battle of ideas, its cities unrivaled powerhouses of artistic grandeur, commercial power, spiritual sanctity, and forwardlooking thinking, in which nothing was off limits.Islamic Empires is a history of this rich and diverse civilization told through its greatest cities over the fifteen centuries of Islam, from its earliest beginnings in Mecca in the seventh century to the astonishing rise of Doha in the twentyfirst.Marozzi brilliantly connects the defining moments in Islamic history: from the Prophet Mohammed receiving his divine revelations in Mecca and the First Crusade of 1099 to the conquest of Constantinople in 1453 and the phenomenal creation of the merchant republic of Beirut in the nineteenth century, and how this world is continuing to change today.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Islamic Empires: The Cities that Shaped Civilization'? A: The book focuses on the history of Islamic civilization over fifteen centuries, highlighting its major cities from Mecca to modern-day Dubai.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Justin Marozzi, who explores the significant cities and events that shaped Islamic empires.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 512 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on February 4, 2020.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as being in good condition.
- Q: Is there a specific edition of the book? A: Yes, this book is a first edition.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of artistic grandeur, commercial power, spiritual sanctity, and the evolution of Islamic cities.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: The product description does not specify if there are illustrations or maps included in the book.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, the book provides a detailed historical account that can be useful for academic study on Islamic civilization.