Architecture of the Islamic world : its history and social meaning : with a complete survey of key monuments and 758 illustrations, 112 in colour
Title:
Architecture of the Islamic world : its history and social meaning : with a complete survey of key monuments and 758 illustrations, 112 in colour
Author:
Grube, Ernst J., author
ISBN:
9780500278475
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Edition:
First paperback edition
Physical Description:
288 pages : illustrations (some color), maps, plans ; 28 cm
Contents:
What is Islamic architecture? / Ernst J. Grube -- Allah and eternity: mosques, madrasas and tombs / James Dickie (Yaqub Zaki) -- Architecture of power: palaces, citadels and fortifications / Oleg Grabar -- Trade and travel: markets and caravanserais / Eleanor Sims -- Architects, craftsmen and builders: materials and techniques / Ronald Lewcock -- Elements of decoration: surface, pattern and light / Dalu Jones -- Vernacular architecture: the house and society / Guy T. Petherbridge
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