This Stunning book includes more than four hundred reproductions of treasures of Islamic art that span the world. With its large format, exquisite photographs and extensive research, this is a thorough introduction toan exceptional artistic tradition.<BR><BR>This outstanding survey of art from the Islamic world covers three continents and fourteen centuries. The unique objects shown here in the form of magnificent full-colour photographs, include examples of architecture, painting, calligraphy, ceramics, glass and carpets. Each era and region is given a detailed introduction, offering the historical context along with extensive and erudite descriptions of its artefacts. Accompanying essays aid in interpreting the intricate themes that tie these diverse works together