Isbn: 9781860646928 - exploring an islamic empire: fatimid history and its sources (i.b.tauris in association with the institute of ismaili studies) (6 Ergebnisse)

Hardcover. Zustand: Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Fine. 1st Edition. xv, 286 pages, [8] pages : illustrations ; 23 cm. Summary:"A survey of Fatimid history and its sources, this book combines an introduction to the subject as a whole with a broad overview of Fatimid history from the time when Abu 'Abdallah al-Shi'i began his mission in North Africa, leading to the foundation of the Fatimid state in 909 C.E., until the fall of the last caliph in 1171. Its major emphasis, however, is a systematic presentation of different categories of sources relevant to the study of Fatimid history." "This comprehensive work is a valuable addition to the historiography of the Fatimids and the Muslim world and will prove essential reading for students and scholars of Islamic history."--Jacket.…

Zustand: New. In English.

Zustand: New. This is a detailed survey of different genres of source materials, including historiographical, epigraphic and numismatic, on Fatamid history. It represents a comprehensive treatment of the subject and should be of great importance to students and academics alike. Series: Ismaili Heritage Series. Num Pages: 286 pages, Illustrations. BIC Classification: 1FB; 1Q; HBG; HRAX; HRH. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational; (UP) Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly; (UU) Undergraduate. Dimension: 225 x 151 x 33. Weight in Grams: 580. . 2002. Hardback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Zustand: New. This is a detailed survey of different genres of source materials, including historiographical, epigraphic and numismatic, on Fatamid history. It represents a comprehensive treatment of the subject and should be of great importance to students and academics.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 286 pages. 8.50x5.50x1.25 inches. In Stock.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - I.B. Tauris in association with the Institute of Ismaili StudiesExploring an Islamic Empire surveys the three main phases of Fatimid history, and examines various sources that provide information for historical analysis. These sources range from direct evidence such as coins, building dedications, documents and letters, eyewitness and contemporary accounts, histories and biographies, scientific and literary writings, to the work of modern scholars. An extensive bibliography of both medieval sources and modern studies makes this not only a valuable addition to the historiography of the Fatimids but essential reading for students and scholars of Islamic history.…