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A History of the Islamic World
This concise depiction of the Islamic world features developments from the time of Muhammad and the rise of Islam in the seventh century to the complex political map of today. It clearly outlines and explains the major periods of Islam's phenomenal development and growth world-wide by focusing on the religious, cultural, and political achievements of the great Islamic Empires, including the golden age of the Abbasids in Baghdad, the Turkish Ottomans, and the Mughals of India. The book also features a chapter on medieval Muslim Spain. Special boxed sections provide informative snapshots of Islamic culture such as development of the Arabic language, architecture, and poetry. Included are more than 50 illustrations and maps.
Egypt
This volume succinctly recounts the entire history of Egypt -- five millennia in all -- from the Early Dynastic Period of the Pharaohs through the periods of Ottoman and British rule, and into the twenty-first century. Chapters on each era are enriched by discussion of art, literature, music, architecture, and culture, as well as by generous illustrations and photographs.
Spain
This concise, illustrated volume explores the remarkable history of Spain -- a thriving centre of Islamic civilisation for many centuries until its conquest by the Christian kings. Before long, this European country became one of the world's greatest empires, with traces of its culture, religion, and language appearing around the world. Among other historical topics of importance, the author recounts astonishing events of the 20th century in which Spain battled its past, descended into a bloody civil war and years of dictatorship, and emerged, almost miraculously, as a fully democratic state.
You May As Well Laugh
Fred's Hill's columns are like Southern sunshine: sometimes brilliant and piercing; sometimes gently shaded; but always warm and inviting. Fling open the shutters of your soul and read this gentle man's words. —Patricia Neleski, Free-lance writer Fred Hill is a most discerning observer who has much to say and who says it impeccably. —Noel Carroll, Brewton-Parker College These columns are delightful and will undoubtedly be enjoyed by readers for years to come. —Thomas Payton, Publisher, Hill Street Press
The Arab World
In a narrative depicting the rise of Islam, Kirk Sowel presents a panoramic experience of the Arab peoples, whose world expanded from the Arabian Peninsula to include North Africa, the Levant and the Persian Gulf. The author concludes with an analysis of present-day challenges facing the Arab nations.
Byzantium
Long after Rome fell to the Germanic tribes, its culture lived on in Constantinople, the glittering capital of the Byzantine Empire. For more than 1000 yeras (AD 330-1453) Byzantium was one of the most advanced and complex civilisations the world had ever seen. As the Mediterranean outlet for the silk route, its trade networks stretched from Scandinavia to Sri Lanka; its artists created sombre icons and brilliant gold mosaics; its scholarship served as a vital cultural bridge between the Muslim East and the Catholic West; and it fostered the Orthodox Christianity that is the faith of millions today. This book shows the innovative art that inspired French kings and Arab emirs. It includes a gazetteer of historic Byzantine sites and monuments that travellers can visit today in greece, Italty, Turkey and the Middle East. A chronology of Byzantine history and a list of emperors complete this ideal resource for the student, traveller or generally curious reader.
James Hill
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