The Mosque by Martin Frishman
Since its first publication, this superbly produced volume has become the classic in its field. It traces the history and development of the mosque since the time of the prophet Muhammad, explaining its traditional religious and teaching role in Muslim society as well as its architectural and decorative features. Richly illustrated with material drawn from a wide range of sources, this book serves as an invaluable guide to an understanding of the mosque's role throughout the world.
'The standard work on the subject… the most comprehensive overview of the mosque available today' - The Middle East
'Richly illustrated… an invaluable guide to an understanding of its role in Islamic society and culture throughout the world' - Discourse
'Richly illustrated… an invaluable guide to an understanding of its role in Islamic society and culture throughout the world' - Discourse
Martin Frishman is an architect and lecturer at University College London. Hasan-Uddin Khan is an architect, writer and former director of Special Projects and Public Education at the Aga Khan Trust for Culture, Geneva.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500283455 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500283451 |
| Title | The Mosque |
| Author | Martin Frishman |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2002-04-22 |
| Number of pages | 288 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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