The Cambridge History of Islam: Volume 2B, Islamic Society and Civilisation

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Cambridge History of Islam: Volume 2B, Islamic Society and Civilisation
Authors and Contributors      Edited by P. M. Holt
Edited by Ann K. S. Lambton
Edited by Bernard Lewis
SeriesThe Cambridge History of Islam
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:580
Dimensions(mm): Height 229,Width 33
Category/GenreAsian and Middle Eastern history
ISBN/Barcode 9780521291385
ClassificationsDewey:909.097671
Audience
Professional & Vocational
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Cambridge University Press
Imprint Cambridge University Press
Publication Date 21 April 1977
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

First published in 1970, The Cambridge History of Islam is the most comprehensive and ambitious collaborative survey of Islamic history and civilization yet to appear in English. On publication it was welcomed as a work useful both for reference and reading, for the general reader, student and specialist alike. It has now been reprinted, with corrections, and for ease of handling the original two hardcover volumes have each been divided into two separate paperbacks.

Reviews

'... undoubtedly a very valuable and very much needed contribution to the field of Islamic studies. It is a thoroughly scholarly and often erudite presentation of the entire Muslim world that will be consulted by the specialist and non-specialist for many years to come.' The Middle East Journal 'On the basis of length and scope, the History is the most comprehensive, and at the same time the most detailed study of Islam so far attempted, and ... it is likely to remain so for at least another generation.' Journal of the American Oriental Society