Arabic Historical Thought in the Classical Period

Autor*innen

• Tarif Khalidi

Reihen

• Cambridge Studies in Islamic Civilization

Parameter

• 268 Seiten
• 10 Lesestunden

• Geschichte

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Tarif Khalidi explores the evolution of historical thought and writing within Arabic-Islamic culture over eight centuries. The book delves into how this tradition perceived and documented the past, addressing the intricate questions surrounding the study of history. Khalidi's examination reveals the unique perspectives and methodologies employed in premodern historical narratives, highlighting the cultural significance of these approaches in shaping historical understanding.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2003
• Einband: Paperback