Medina Mayrit

"Medina Mayrit, the Origins of Madrid" explores the evolution of Madrid from the pre-Roman era to its Christian conquest of the late 11th century. Particular emphasis is placed upon Madrid's Moorish foundations dating to its days as a modest fortress with a small military population during the 9th and 10th centuries, as well as the Moreria of the early Christian era. The author highlights colorful personalities and shows how, throughout al-Andalus or Moorish Spain, Mayrit was a leader in pottery