Brill Islamic Sensory History Volume 2 600-1500 - Brill Handbook

Islamic Sensory History: Volume 2: 600-1500 is part of Brill's prestigious Handbook of Oriental Studies series, offering a comprehensive exploration of how sensory experiences shaped Islamic civilisation across nine centuries. This scholarly volume examines the role of sight, sound, smell, taste, and touch in religious practice, daily life, architecture, and cultural expression throughout the medieval Islamic world. The collection brings together expert contributions that illuminate the sensory dimensions of Islamic history often overlooked in traditional accounts, providing readers with fresh perspectives on how Muslims perceived and engaged with their environment. Part of the Section 1 The Near and Middle East series (182.2), this volume serves both academic researchers and advanced students seeking in-depth analysis of Islamic cultural and social history. Brill's rigorous scholarly standards ensure authoritative content that advances understanding of this formative period in Islamic development.