Written with the non-Muslim reader in mind; this book analyses the principles and values established by Islamic tradition to govern the social and physical environments of Muslims.The picture of Islam that emerges from this work is of a way of life with social ideals. Relying on the Quran and Sunna; the basic sources of Islamic law; and using examples of the built environment of early Muslims in North Africa; the Middle East; Europe and Central Asia; the author explains how following these ideals can create an urban environment that responds to social and environmental variables.Islamic views on the controversial issue of modernisation are also examined.This book will be of interest to people in the fields of urban planning; architecture; sociology; anthropology; housing and built environment; as well as Islamic studies.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. The Painter; the PredatorBy ymsgbsOne struggles to understand the complete and utter disregard of Gauguins morality and compassion for the people whom he knew only love from. His selfish and ultimately his more civilized priggishness only allowed him to disabuse his hosts; violate a young girl(s); and ultimately just confuse them about their complex feelings of hurt and rejection when they trusted him so completely.After reading his own words I feel today we would dismiss him as a brilliant painter who was also a predator.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy P FarleyAn interesting narrative of Gaugins time in Tahiti. Much introspection and detail.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Three StarsBy Maria LandschootA little slow to read; but overall interesting and worthwhile.