Publisher's Synopsis
Baghdad During the Abbasid Caliphate is a historical book written by Guy Le Strange, which provides a comprehensive account of the city of Baghdad during the Abbasid Caliphate. The book covers the period from the founding of the city in 762 AD until the fall of the Abbasid Caliphate in 1258 AD. The author describes the political, social, and cultural aspects of life in Baghdad during this period, including the city's architecture, trade, and religious institutions. He also provides insights into the lives of the Abbasid caliphs, their courtiers, and the people of Baghdad, drawing on a wide range of historical sources, including Arabic chronicles, biographies, and travel accounts.Le Strange's book is an important resource for scholars of Islamic history and culture, providing a detailed and nuanced account of one of the most important cities in the Islamic world. It is also a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the Middle East, offering a glimpse into the rich and complex cultural heritage of the region.1900. From contemporary Arabic and Persian Sources. With eight plans. A topography of mediaeval Baghdad; complete history and plan of the great metropolis of the Abbasid Caliphs. Contents: The Foundation of Baghdad; The City of Mansur; The Canals of Western Baghdad; The Kufah Highroad and the Karkh Suburb; The Canals of Karkh; The Quarters of the Lower Harbour; The Quarter of the Basrah Gate; The Swari Quarter and the Trench of Tahir; The Harbiyah Quarter; The Quarters of the Muhawwal Gate; Baratha, Muhawwal, and the Kazimayn; Eastern Baghdad in General; Rusafah; The Shammasiyah Quarter; The Mukharrim Quarter; The Buyid Palaces; The Palaces of the Caliphs; The Palace Gates and Adjoining Quarters; The Quarters North of the Palaces; The Quarters East and South of the Palaces; Recapitulation and Authorities: Early Period; Recapitulation and Authorities: Middle Period; and Recapitulation and Authorities: Final Period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
