Surat Al Ardh The Muslim Masters of Mapmaking By Luqman Nagy
ISBN: 9786035000642
Author: Luqman Nagy
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 93
Size: 8.3 x 11.7 inches
Publication Year: 2009
Description
About This Book:
"Surat Al Ardh: The Muslim Masters of Mapmaking" by Luqman Nagy takes you on an illuminating tour through the rich history of Muslim cartography. This painstakingly researched and beautifully presented book looks into the often-overlooked contributions of Islamic academics to the art and science of mapmaking, providing readers with an enlightening look at the Muslim world's role in molding our understanding of geography.
Discovering Historical Treasures:
"Surat Al Ardh" reveals a wealth of historical information, demonstrating the brilliance of Muslim cartographers who meticulously mapped the known world centuries ago. Luqman Nagy takes readers on an enthralling voyage through time, highlighting the fine features and precision buried in these antique maps.
The Golden Age of Islamic Cartography:
Explore the Golden Age of Islamic culture, when academics and polymaths achieved revolutionary advances in a variety of subjects. Nagy throws light on Muslim mapmakers, demonstrating their inventive techniques, mathematical precision, and the cultural meaning inherent in each map.
Art and Science Integration:
Luqman Nagy deftly investigates how Muslim cartographers smoothly incorporated art and science into their maps. The maps of the Muslim masters, with their complex illustrations and painstaking attention to detail, served not only as navigating aids but also as works of art, reflecting the artistic sensibilities of their day.
Cultural and Scientific Interchange:
"Surat Al Ardh" emphasizes the Islamic world's role as a hub of cultural and scientific interchange. Muslim scholars preserved and enlarged historical knowledge, drawing on ideas from other cultures. This book exemplifies the collaborative attitude that thrived inside the Muslim world, fostering advances in mapmaking that influenced worldwide understanding.
