The Lost Archive: Traces of a Caliphate in a Cairo Synagogue
Marina Rustow • Princeton University Press • ISBN-13 978‑0691156477
The Lost Archive: Traces of a Caliphate in a Cairo Synagogue
Marina Rustow • Princeton University Press
ISBN-10: 0691156476 · ISBN-13: 978‑0691156477 · 2020 · 1st Edition
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The Lost Archive by Marina Rustow explores the discovery and significance of a cache of medieval Arabic documents found in a Cairo synagogue. These documents provide insights into the administration and culture of the Fatimid Caliphate, offering a unique glimpse into a pivotal period in Islamic history. Rustow meticulously reconstructs the historical context and the journey of these documents, shedding light on their impact on our understanding of medieval Islamic governance and society.
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