Architecture of the Islamic World: Its History and Social Meaning

George Michell [Editor]

ISBN 10: 0500278474 / ISBN 13: 9780500278475

Published by Thames & Hudson, Great Britain, 2006

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From mosques to markets, from citadels to cemeteries, this is a panoramic survey of the entire field of Islamic architecture, with contributions by leading experts in the field. Constantly relating the architecture to the social areas of religion, power structure, commerce and communal life, the authors provide a full and informative survey with its emphasis on function and meaning rather than on chronology and style. Over 750 photographs Drawings and plans Building materials Techniques and principles, of decoration described and explained Comprehensive illustrated inventory of the key buildings of the Islamic world 288 pages. Previous owner name has been blacked out. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 2-3 kilos. Category: Architecture; Architecture; ISBN: 0500278474. ISBN/EAN: 9780500278475. Inventory No: 270743. This book is extra heavy, and may involve extra shipping charges to some countries.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Architecture of the Islamic World: Its History and Social Meaning
• Publisher: Thames & Hudson, Great Britain
• Publication Date: 2006
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0500278474
• ISBN 13: 9780500278475
• Binding: Softcover
• Condition: Very Good
• Seller catalogs:
  • Architecture

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Synopsis

Offers a survey of Islamic architecture through essays that discuss how different structures reflect the culture, and profiles with maps, photographs, details, and descriptions of noteworthy buildings.