Law, Society and Culture in the Maghrib, 1300-1500 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521120593)

David Powers analyzes the application of Islamic law through six cases which took place during the period 1300 to 1500 in the Maghrib. The source for these disputes are fatwas issued by the muftis, which Powers uses to situate each case in its historical context and to interpret the principles of law. He demonstrates that, contrary to popular stereotypes, muftis were dedicated to reasoned argument. The book represents a ground-breaking approach to a complex subject area for students and scholars.

Author: David S. Powers
ISBN-10: 0521120594
ISBN-13: 9780521120593
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 10/22/2009
Pages: 280
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.63d