Mapping Frontiers Across Medieval Islam Geography, Translation And The 'Abbasid Empire
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Mapping Frontiers Across Medieval Islam Geography, Translation And The ‘Abbasid Empire

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Explore the 9th-century caliphal mission from Baghdad to uncover the legendary barrier against Gog and Magog. Travis Zadeh’s “Mapping Frontiers Across Medieval Islam” delves into the intellectual and literary history of this adventure, examining the ‘Abbasid Empire’s frontiers, descriptive geography, and translation’s role. Discover how early Islamic societies conceptualized the world, re-evaluating medieval marvels and monsters. ISBN: 9789356400993

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  • ISBN-13: 9789356400993
  • Publisher: Bloomsbury (Manohar Publishers & Distributors)
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Width: 150 mm
  • ISBN-10: 9356400997
  • Publisher Date: 13 Jun 2022
  • Height: 30 mm
  • No of Pages: 330

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Weight 0.5 kg

12 reviews for Mapping Frontiers Across Medieval Islam Geography, Translation And The ‘Abbasid Empire

  1. Muskan Saggu –

    The book explores a fascinating topic, though it can feel dense and academic at times. Requires patience but it’s rewarding.

  2. Apurv Chaduvula –

    I was hoping for a more accessible read. Too much focus on academic jargon, making it difficult to enjoy. Disappointed.

  3. Rakesh Kumar –

    A very insightful and well-researched book. Highly recommended for those interested in the ‘Abbasid Empire and medieval history.

  4. Adishwar Singh Khurana –

    I found the book surprisingly engaging. The author does an excellent job of bringing the past to life. Highly recommended!

  5. Aayush Sharma –

    While the subject matter is unique, the writing didn’t fully capture my attention. A decent read if you’re already familiar with the era.

  6. Aman Singh Deo –

    Zadeh’s exploration of the ‘Abbasid Empire is thorough. I found some parts dry, but the overall insight into their world view is rewarding.

  7. Sweta Gautam –

    A deep dive into a specific historical event. Well-researched and thought-provoking. It took me some time to adjust to the writing style.

  8. Yashu Priya –

    A scholarly work that offers a new perspective on medieval Islamic geography. Not for casual reading, but very valuable.

  9. Aryan Gupta –

    A mixed bag. Some chapters were captivating, others were a slog. The topic itself is very specialized.

  10. Anubhav Singh –

    Extremely detailed and informative! I learned so much about the ‘Abbasid Empire. It can be slow going at times, be prepared.

  11. Aryaman Ahuja –

    I loved learning about the geographical concepts of the time! A bit dense in places but ultimately very enlightening.

  12. Anuj Ghai –

    An interesting read, but sometimes felt a bit too academic. Still, the topic is fascinating! Worth it if you’re into medieval history.

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