The book of misers Al-bukhalā'
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Bibliographic Information
The book of misers = Al-bukhalā'
(The great books of Islamic civilization)
Garnet, 2000, c1997
- : pbk
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Note
Includes bibliographical references (p. [246]-250) and index
Description and Table of Contents
Description
Al-Jahiz was one of the greatest exponents of Arabic prose of all time. His scholarship, the breadth of his interests, and his ability to express his ideas and arguments with vigour and humour were outstanding. The Book of Misers is his masterpiece'
by "Nielsen BookData"