An Outline of Islamic Architecture
This book is arranged according to the principal regions of the Islamic world rather than on the basis of chronology or building types. Its merit is in its reliance on ancient texts, and its focus on the important and seminal monuments of Islam so that development and evolution remain clear.
The first edition was used as a core textbook in western universities until it went out of print. The present edition has been revised by the author keeping the architecture student in mind. The main strength of the book lies in its ancillary aids which make the text both student-friendly and easy to comprehend. The book contains nearly 70 architectural drawings, close to 200 half-tone plates, and separate maps of eastern and western Islam. In addition, there is a glossary of the architectural terms relevant to the study of Islamic architecture. Finally, a set of four indices covering architectural terms and features; types of buildings; architects and craftsmen; and (mainly medieval) authors greatly facilitates the use of the book.