The Manuscript Tradition of the Islamic West

Explores the aesthetic dimensions, cultural significance and ideological power of Maghribī manuscripts Exposes the richness and sophistication of Maghribī manuscript culture, including parchment- and papermaking, calligraphy, illumination, bookbinding and chancery practicesApproaches social and cultural history through the study of manuscripts as artefactsDemonstrates that calligraphy and scribal practices were a key element in the construction of political and identity discoursesIncludes a cata