Islamic Historiography (Themes in Islamic History, Series

Islamic Historiography (Themes in Islamic History, Series Number 1)
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Chase Robinson's book is a timely introduction to Islamic historiography, from its origins in the seventh and eighth centuries to the fifteenth century. It covers the rise of the tradition, the historians' principal genres, assumptions and methods, and stresses the social and political functions of historical writing. It is an authoritative guide for students with little or no background in Islamic history or Arabic.
Country USA
Brand Cambridge University Press
Manufacturer Cambridge University Press
Binding Paperback
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ReleaseDate 2008-08-21
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9780521629362

Islamic Historiography (Themes in Islamic History, Series Number 1)