Spahic, Omer, 1968-

Studies in the Islamic built environment / Spahic Omer. - First edition. - 255 pages ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Man and the environment in Islam -- Towards understanding Islamic architecture -- The role of the mosque before the prophet Muhammad -- The role of the mosque at the time of the prophet -- The origins of mosque ornamentation -- Islamic values in house design -- Islamic position on building mausoleums -- The creation of the city of Baghdad.

9839727702 9789839727708

Library of Congress -- Jakarta Overseas Office M[dollar]35.00

2003534783


Islamic architecture
Mosques

NA380 / .S73 2002

720.917671