Islamic Architecture: Form, Function, and Meaning

by Robert Hillenbrand

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This beautifully conceived and produced survey of Islamic architecture explores the glorious world of the caravansarai, mausoleum, palace, and mosque. Focusing on the multifaceted relation of architecture to society, Robert Hillenbrand covers public architecture in the Middle East and North Africa from the medieval period to 1700. Extensive photographs and ground plans-- among which are hundreds of newly executed three-dimensional drawings that...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0231101333

ISBN13:9780231101332

Release Date:March 2004

Publisher:Columbia University Press

Length:670 Pages

Weight:3.30 lbs.

Dimensions:1.6" x 7.4" x 9.6"

Grade Range:Postsecondary and higher

Related Subjects

Architecture Arts, Music & Photography Criticism History Humanities Islam Reference Regional Religion & Spirituality Religious Studies

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