Architecture of the Islamic West
North Africa and the Iberian Peninsula, 700-1800
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Word Count
80,000 words, Guess
Page Count
320 pages
Identifiers
- Open LibraryOL29467236M
- ISBN-139780300218701
- OCLC Control Number1121602964
- Library of Congress Control Number2019949007
Classifications
- LCCNA380.B59 2020
- LCCNA380 .B56 2020
Description
"Some of the most outstanding examples of world architecture, such as the Mosque of Cordoba, the ceiling of the Cappella Palatina in Palermo, the Giralda tower in Seville, and the Alhambra Palace in Granada, belong to the Western Islamic tradition. This architectural style flourished for over a thousand years along the southern and western shores of the Mediterranean--between Tunisia and Spain--from the 8th century through the 19th, blending new ideas with local building practices from across the region. Jonathan M. Bloom's 'Architecture of the Islamic West' introduces readers to the full scope of this vibrant tradition, presenting both famous and little-known buildings in six countries in North Africa and southern Europe. It is richly illustrated with photographs, specially commissioned architectural plans, and historical documents. The result is a personally guided tour of Islamic architecture led by one of the finest scholars in the field and a powerful testament to Muslim cultural achievement"--Publisher's description.
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