Before we start -- Where in the world? -- Who we'll meet -- A little bit of history -- The Islamic world -- Islamic rulers -- Friends and enemies -- Islamic learning -- Islamic medicine -- Islamic trade -- Art and architecture -- The spread of Islam -- The Islamic legacy.
Summary
"During the Middle Ages, the Islamic world experienced a time of remarkable expansion when scientific invention and artistic creation flourished. Your Guide to the Islamic Golden Age explores the important achievements and lasting legacy of this magnificent era."--