The Civilization of the Islamic World

by Bernard O'Kane

Readers are presented with a vivid portrait of the classical Islamic world through its greatest architectural sites and art treasures. Drawn from the Middle East, North Africa, Europe, and Asia, as well as from various time periods and empires, the artifacts highlighted in this book show the beauty and rich diversity of Islamic culture. Photographs feature stunning examples of Islamic architecture, carpets and textiles, paintings, illuminated manuscripts...

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1448885035
• ISBN13: 9781448885039
• Release Date: December 2012
• Publisher: Rosen Young Adult
• Length: 232 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 9.0" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 12 to 17 years
• Grade Range: Grades 7 to 12