El-Mas'udi's Historical Encyclopaedia V1: Entitled Meadows Of Gold And Mines Of Gems (1841) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781167707636)

El-Mas'udi's Historical Encyclopaedia V1: Entitled Meadows Of Gold And Mines Of Gems is a book written by Aloys Sprenger and published in 1841. The book is a translation of the first volume of the historical encyclopaedia written by the Arab historian, geographer, and philosopher, Al-Mas'udi. The title of the book refers to the richness of the content, which covers a wide range of topics, including history, geography, astronomy, and natural sciences. The book is divided into chapters that cover various regions of the world, including Arabia, Persia, India, and China. The author provides detailed descriptions of the customs, traditions, and political systems of these regions, as well as their natural resources, flora, and fauna. The book is a valuable source of information for historians, geographers, and scholars of Islamic studies, as it provides insights into the history and culture of the Islamic world during the medieval period. The translation is accompanied by extensive footnotes and annotations, which provide additional context and clarification. Overall, El-Mas'udi's Historical Encyclopaedia V1: Entitled Meadows Of Gold And Mines Of Gems is a comprehensive and informative book that offers a unique perspective on the history and culture of the Islamic world.This Book Is In English And In Arabic.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.

Author: Aloys Sprenger
ISBN-10: 116770763X
ISBN-13: 9781167707636
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 538
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.09d