Architecture of the Islamic West

“For more than a millennium, as this richly illustrated volume affirms, Islamic architectural styles prospered around the western and southern Mediterranean - from the Alhambra to the Cappella Palatina.”—Apollo Magazine

“Offers a tantalising glimpse into the richness of the buildings of the Western Mediterranean, leaving the reader hungry for more- in short this volume serves as the perfect amuse-bouche for the non-specialist, and a welcome contribution for specialists in need of a competent, survey text to introduce Islamicate architecture of North Africa and al-Andalus to new students.”—Sarah Slingluff, Al-Masāq (Journal of the Medieval Mediterranean)
 

“[A] remarkable volume . . . lavishly illustrated . . . The book offers cogent, fresh observations on nearly every page . . . The variety of styles and ornament is astounding . . . A delight for anyone interested in Islamic architecture and culture.”—L. Nees, Choice

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