Baghdad During the Abbasid Caliphate (Paperback) | Released: 20 Sep 2004

Baghdad During the Abbasid Caliphate is a book written by the renowned British historian and orientalist, Guy Le Strange. The book provides a comprehensive description of the city of Baghdad during the Abbasid Caliphate, which was one of the most significant periods in Islamic history. The book covers the period from the 8th century to the 13th century, which was marked by the establishment of the Abbasid dynasty in 750 CE. During this period, Baghdad became the center of Islamic civilization and the capital of the Abbasid Caliphate. The book begins with a detailed account of the foundation of Baghdad, including its geographical location, its strategic importance, and the reasons why the Abbasid Caliphs chose it as their capital. It then goes on to describe the city's layout, its architecture, and its various districts, including the famous Round City.The book also provides a vivid picture of the social, cultural, and economic life of the people of Baghdad during the Abbasid period. It covers topics such as the role of religion in society, the status of women, the arts and literature, and the trade and commerce of the city.Le Strange's work is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of sources, including historical accounts, travelogues, and archaeological evidence. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Islamic civilization, urban studies, or Middle Eastern history.1900. From contemporary Arabic and Persian Sources. With eight plans. A topography of mediaeval Baghdad; complete history and plan of the great metropolis of the Abbasid Caliphs. Contents: The Foundation of Baghdad; The City of Mansur; The Canals of Western Baghdad; The Kufah Highroad and the Karkh Suburb; The Canals of Karkh; The Quarters of the Lower Harbour; The Quarter of the Basrah Gate; The Swari Quarter and the Trench of Tahir; The Harbiyah Quarter; The Quarters of the Muhawwal Gate; Baratha, Muhawwal, and the Kazimayn; Eastern Baghdad in General; Rusafah; The Shammasiyah Quarter; The Mukharrim Quarter; The Buyid Palaces; The Palaces of the Caliphs; The Palace Gates and Adjoining Quarters; The Quarters North of the Palaces; The Quarters East and South of the Palaces; Recapitulation and Authorities: Early Period; Recapitulation and Authorities: Middle Period; and Recapitulation and Authorities: Final Period.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.