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City of Islam
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Fez, City of Islam is undoubtedly one of Titus Burckhardts masterpieces. It conveys a profound understanding of the sacred roots that nourish Islamic culture and civilisation. As a young man in the 1930s, Burckhardt spent some years in Morocco where he became acquainted with several remarkable representatives of the spiritual heritage of the Maghrib. Although he committed much of this experience to writing, it was not until the 1950s that these writings were developed into a book. In Fez, City of Islam, Burckhardt writes of the history of a people and their religion - a history that was often violent, often heroic and sometimes holy. The book relates the teachings, parables and miracles of the saints of many centuries and demonstrates not only the arts and crafts of Islamic civilisation, but also its sciences and administrative skills. Burckhardts unique black and white photographs from the 1930s are included. In addition 41 new colour illustrations have been specially selected to enhance Burckhardts originals. Here, text and illustrations come together to provide an insight into the way the life of a people can be transformed at every level by a religious tradition.

Author Biography:

Titus Burckhardt (d. 1984) was the son of the Swiss sculptor, Carl Burckhardt, and great-nephew of the famous art historian Jacob Burckhardt. After his long experience in the Maghrib, Burckhardt was made special consultant to UNESCO advising on the preservation of the unique architectural heritage of Fez.
Release date Australia
December 1st, 1992
Audiences
  • General (US: Trade)
  • Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly
  • Professional & Vocational
  • Undergraduate
Contributor
  • Translated by William Stoddart
Illustrations
41 colour and 17 b&w photographs, index
Pages
176
Dimensions
193x253x23
ISBN-13
9780946621170
Product ID
2430598

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