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Overview"Islamic Culture in Medieval Sicily illustrates how the great artistic and cultural heritage of the Arabs who ruled the island in the 10th and11th centuries was assimilated and reinterpreted during the Norman reign that followed, achieving its acme in the resplendent age of Ruggero II in the 12th century. Spectacular coastal and mountain landscapes provide the backdrop for visits to villages, castles, gardens, churches and Christianised old mosques. Ten itineraries invite you to discover 91 museums, monuments and sites in Palermo, Monreale, Mazara del Vallo, Salemi, Segesta, Erice, Cefalù and Catania (among others). This title is part of the series ""Islamic Art in the Mediterranean"". Each title in this series starts with a general introduction to the series, followed by an introduction to the particular title. For the eBook / Kindle version: the ""Look Inside"" link gives access to the table of contents of this title and to a part of its particular introduction. For the paperback version: the ""Look Inside"" link provides access to the general introduction. Note: the eBook includes an index of locations. Search for other titles in this series available in English with 'Islamic art in the Mediterranean + MWNF' (ten titles). Search for all Museum With No Frontiers titles in all languages with 'Museum With No Frontiers + MWNF'." Full Product DetailsAuthor: Eliana Mauro , Ettore Sessa , Carla QuartaronePublisher: Museum with No Frontiers, Mwnf (Museum Ohne Grenzen) Imprint: Museum with No Frontiers, Mwnf (Museum Ohne Grenzen) Edition: 2nd ed. Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 1.80cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.440kg ISBN: 9783902782045ISBN 10: 3902782048 Pages: 328 Publication Date: 22 April 2013 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In stock We have confirmation that this item is in stock with the supplier. It will be ordered in for you and dispatched immediately. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |