Place, Meaning, and Form in the Architecture and Urban Structure of Eastern Islamic Cities (Mellen Studies in Architecture, V. 11) - Hardcover

Kazimee, Bashir A.; Rahmani, Ayad B.

 
9780773466692: Place, Meaning, and Form in the Architecture and Urban Structure of Eastern Islamic Cities (Mellen Studies in Architecture, V. 11)

Synopsis

This work offers a comprehensive analysis of the meaning of "Place" ("Makan") in the traditional context of the Eastern Islamic region, focusing mostly on the area defined by Pakistan, Afghanistan, and Iran. It covers the role that place plays in helping the Muslim stay true to his faith.

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