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Arabia and the Arabs: From the Bronze Age to the Coming of Islam

Hardback

Main Details

Title Arabia and the Arabs: From the Bronze Age to the Coming of Islam
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Robert G. Hoyland
SeriesPeoples of the Ancient World
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:336
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 138
Category/GenreIslam
ISBN/Barcode 9780415195348
ClassificationsDewey:939.49
Audience
Undergraduate
Professional & Vocational
Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
Illustrations 1 black & white tables

Publishing Details

Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint Routledge
Publication Date 23 August 2001
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Long before Muhammed preached the religion of Islam, the inhabitants of his native Arabia had played an important role in world history as both merchants and warriors. Arabia and the Arabs provides the only up-to-date, one-volume survey of the region and its peoples, from prehistory to the coming of Islam. Using a wide range of sources - inscriptions, poetry, histories, and archaeological evidence - Robert Hoyland explores the main cultural areas of Arabia, from ancient Sheba in the south, to the deserts and oases of the north. He then examines the major themes of: * the economy * society * religion * art, architecture and artefacts * language and literature * Arabhood and Arabisation. The volume is illustrated with more than 50 photographs, drawings and maps.

Reviews

"In this highly original book, Hoyland gives us a rare glimpse into the society and culture of Arabia before the advent of Islam in the seventh century. Hoyland challenges the myth of pre-Islamic Arabia as culturally barren and demonstrates the social vitality of everyday life in the area. The narrative is enhanced by numerous maps, figures and plates. Highly recommended for academic and large public libraries." - Library Journal