The Music of Stones (History for Peace) - Hardcover

Hashmi, Sohail

 
9781803094809: The Music of Stones (History for Peace)
Hardcover
ISBN 10: 180309480X ISBN 13: 9781803094809
Verlag: Seagull Books London Ltd, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

An essay that deftly deconstructs the history of ‘Islamic architecture’, challenging colonial narratives and promoting an inclusive understanding of Islam.

In The Music of Stones, Sohail Hashmi delves into the intricate history and misconceptions surrounding Islamic architecture and culture. Challenging colonial and orientalist narratives, Hashmi reveals that iconic elements like domes and minarets were not originally part of early Islamic structures but later additions influenced by various cultures, primarily Persian and Turkish. Through engaging anecdotes and thought-provoking theories, Hashmi deconstructs the monolithic view of Islamic culture, emphasizing its rich and diverse heritage shaped by Sufi, Central Asian, and other regional influences. He highlights the importance of historical context and the dangers of oversimplifying complex cultural identities.

The Music of Stones invites readers to reconsider the architectural and cultural legacy of Islam, advocating for a more inclusive and evidence-based understanding that transcends reductive labels and celebrates the richness of its diverse traditions.

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Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor

Sohail Hashmi is an oral historian, social activist, filmmaker, and heritage conservationist based in Delhi. He conducts immersive heritage walks in Delhi that explore the city’s rich history, culture, food, and architecture, earning him the Heritage Award from INTACH Delhi in 2022. Hashmi is also one of the founding trustees of SAHMAT (The Safdar Hashmi Memorial Trust) and the author of Sanchi: Where Tigers Fly and Lions Have Horns, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of India Series.

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Verlag
Seagull Books London Ltd
Erscheinungsdatum
2025
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN 10 
180309480X
ISBN 13 
9781803094809
Einband
Gebundene Ausgabe
Anzahl der Seiten
100
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