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Focusing on the Abbasid caliphs' library, known as 'The House of Wisdom,' this volume delves into its historical significance and the misconceptions surrounding it. The author analyzes the institution's role in the preservation and advancement of knowledge during the Abbasid era, challenging prevailing scholarly interpretations. Through a detailed examination, the book aims to provide a clearer understanding of its contributions to science, philosophy, and culture in the Islamic Golden Age.
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The Abbasid House of Wisdom, Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu
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- Released
- 2022
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- Subtitle
- Between Myth and Reality
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ekmeleddin Ihsanoglu
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 94
- ISBN13
- 9781032347455
- Series
- Tags
- Non-Fiction, Maps & Travel, Hobby, Travel
- Description
- Focusing on the Abbasid caliphs' library, known as 'The House of Wisdom,' this volume delves into its historical significance and the misconceptions surrounding it. The author analyzes the institution's role in the preservation and advancement of knowledge during the Abbasid era, challenging prevailing scholarly interpretations. Through a detailed examination, the book aims to provide a clearer understanding of its contributions to science, philosophy, and culture in the Islamic Golden Age.