Arabic literature : an introduction / by H.A.R. Gibb
1963, Second Edition. London, New York : Oxford University Press. Good copy in the original gilt-blocked cloth, now in a protective plastic wrapper. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat bumped and rubbed as with age. Previous owner's signature. Light staining to end-papers. Remains quite well-preserved overall. Item #445046
Physical description: iii-xi, 182 pages 21 cm. Contents: Note on pronunciation -- The arabic language -- The Heroic Age (circa A.D. 500-622) -- The Age of Expansion (circa A.D. 622-750) -- The Golden Age (circa A.D. 750-1055) -- The Silver Age (circa A.D. 1055-1258) -- The Age of the Mamlûks (A.D. 1258-1800). Subjects: Arabic literature History and criticism. Arabic literature 622-1801 History and criticism.
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