Baghdad: Eye's Delight

The catalogue accompanies the exhibition "Baghdad: Eyes Delight," which celebrates Baghdad as the most important and influential city in the Islamic world, revealing its heritage as the capital of the Abbasid caliphs and its renewed prosperity in the 20th century. It includes essays by renowned scholars that explore the city's history, power, scholarship, and traditions, highlighting its resilience despite war and destruction.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 304 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2023
Publisher: Silvana

This captivating catalogue accompanies the awe-inspiring exhibition Baghdad: Eyes Delight, which pays tribute to Baghdad as the most remarkable and influential city in the Islamic world. It unveils the city's remarkable heritage as the capital of the illustrious Abbasid caliphs (750-1258 CE), as well as its remarkable resurgence in the 20th century, fueled by the discovery of oil. The exhibition takes visitors on an imaginative journey through centuries, showcasing Baghdad's pivotal role as a city of power, knowledge, and wealth. It concludes with a captivating glimpse into the city's social tapestry, its diverse population, and the enduring traditions that have resiliently sustained it, despite the trials of war and destruction.

The catalogue features a compilation of thought-provoking essays penned by renowned scholars in the field. These essays explore the city's history across various periods and themes, seamlessly aligning with the divisions of the exhibition while providing fresh and unique perspectives into the intricate and multifaceted history of this captivating Middle Eastern metropolis.

This publication serves as a valuable resource for enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone seeking to delve deeper into the rich tapestry of Baghdad's history and culture. It is a testament to the city's enduring legacy and its ability to captivate and inspire generations to come.

Weight: 1490g
Dimension: 280 x 220 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788836651436