Moorish Spain - Hardcover
A clear, intelligently-written guide to a crucial period of Spanish historyWritten in the same tradition as John Julius Norwich's engrossing accounts of Venice and Byzantium, Richard Fletcher's Moorish Spain entertains even as it enlightens. He tells the story of a vital period in Spanish history which transformed the culture and society, not only of Spain, but of the rest of Europe as well. Moorish influence transformed the architecture, art, literature and learning and Fletcher combines this analysis with a crisp account of the wars, politics and sociological changes of the time.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author:
Richard Fletcher is a specialist in medieval history and teaches at the University of York. He is a fellow fo the Royal Historical Society.
From Library Journal:
Fletcher, author of the well-received The Quest for El Cid ( LJ 3/1/90), intends his new work to be an introduction to the culture and history of Moorish Spain. He has written for the traveler who wants more background than the average guidebook provides or for anyone who wants a thoroughgoing overview of the subject. Fletcher uses translations from Moorish poetry and historical anecdotes to illuminate a significant period in European history, arguing that Moorish Spain acted as a channel through which the philosophical and scientific works of the Islamic world passed to European Christendom. One example given by Fletcher is the development of Thomist philosophy, which sought to reconcile revelation and reason. The Moorish philosopher Averroes, whose treatises on Aristotle had attempted such a reconciliation of philosophy and religion in an Islamic context, was cited by St. Thomas Aquinas 503 times. This is recommended for public and academic libraries.
- Robert Andrews, Duluth P.L., Minn.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
- Robert Andrews, Duluth P.L., Minn.
Copyright 1992 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherHenry Holt
- Publication date1992
- ISBN 10 0297812416
- ISBN 13 9780297812418
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages256
- IllustratorIllus. With Photos
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Moorish Spain
Published by
Henry Holt
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Very Good. Illus. With Photos (illustrator). Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # V01O-00553
Buy Used
US$ 15.22
Convert currency
Stock Image
Moorish Spain
Published by
Orion Publishing Co, United Kingdom, London
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Illus. With Photos (illustrator). A history of nine centuries of Islamic rule in Spain, beginning in the year 711. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003834291
Buy Used
US$ 9.48
Convert currency
Stock Image
Moorish Spain
Published by
Weidenfeld & Nicolson
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Fair. Illus. With Photos (illustrator). This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. Clean from markings. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,600grams, ISBN:9780297812418. Seller Inventory # 7058969
Buy Used
US$ 5.13
Convert currency
Stock Image
Moorish Spain
Published by
Weidenfeld & Nicolson
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Used: Acceptable. Illus. With Photos (illustrator). Condition good with dust jacket. ref ZKVQ A history of nine centuries of Islamic rule in Spain, beginning in the year 711. Seller Inventory # 35350
Buy Used
US$ 13.91
Convert currency
Stock Image
Moorish Spain
Published by
Weidenfeld and Nicolson
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Illus. With Photos (illustrator). Hardcover with dust jacket. VG/VG. Previous owner's name 183 pp. Seller Inventory # 719169
Buy Used
US$ 22.00
Convert currency
Stock Image
Moorish Spain.
Published by
Henry Holt
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Illus. With Photos (illustrator). London, Weidenfeld Nicolson, 1992. 183 pp. Very good copy. Hardcover with dustjacket. Richard Fletcher tells the story of how Moorish influence transfomed architecture,art,literature & learning not only in Spain but the rest of Europe as well. Middle Ages. He gives this analysis with an account of the wars & politics of the time. Introduction to the history and culture of Islamic Spain between the Berber invasion of the early eight century and the expulsion of the Moriscos by Philip III in the early seventeenth cent. Written for the inquisitive traveller in Spain who mikght want to know something more than a guidebook can tell him about the poeple who built the mosque of Cordoba or the Alhambra at Granada. Seller Inventory # 51396
Buy Used
US$ 20.73
Convert currency
Stock Image
Moorish Spain
Published by
Henry Holt
(1992)
ISBN 10: 0297812416
ISBN 13: 9780297812418
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Fine. Illus. With Photos (illustrator). THE STORY OF THE ARAB CONQUEST OF THE IBERIAN PENINSULA FOR THE GREATER PART OF A THOUSAND YEARS. IT WAS BY THIS MEANS THAT THE UNCOUTH BARBARIANS BEYOND THE PYRENEES, OUR ANCESTORS, WERE EVENTUALLY CONVEYED MUCH OF THE KNOWLEDGE WHICH THE MOORS HAD GLEANED FROM THE GREEKS AND THE PERSIANS. Seller Inventory # 004301
Buy Used
US$ 10.78
Convert currency