World-maps for Finding the Direction and Distance to Mecca
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"World-maps for Finding the Direction and Distance to Mecca" by David A. King is a history book focused on Astronomical Data. Best for general readers, students, and topic-focused learners.
The author describes how Muslims over the centuries have determined the sacred direction (qibla) towards Mecca and presents two highly sophisticated Mecca-centred world-maps for finding the qibla. These recently-discovered world-maps have forced a reevaluation of Muslim achievements in mathematics and cartography.Materials + Care
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"World-maps for Finding the Direction and Distance to Mecca" by David A. King is a history book focused on Astronomical Data. Best for general readers, students, and topic-focused learners.
Topic: Astronomical Data
Author: David A. King
Who this is for:
- Students
- Educators
- Interested readers
Why this book matters: It gives readers useful context, background, and perspective on the subject through a focused and accessible presentation.
The author describes how Muslims over the centuries have determined the sacred direction (qibla) towards Mecca and presents two highly sophisticated Mecca-centred world-maps for finding the qibla. These recently-discovered world-maps have forced a reevaluation of Muslim achievements in mathematics and cartography.| Author | David A. King |
| Publisher | Brill Academic Pub |
| Published | 2014 |
| ISBN-13 | 9789004259874 |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Pages | 638 |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Religion |
| Topic | Astronomical Data |
| Series | Islamic Philosophy, Theology and Science. Texts and Studies |
Format: Paperback
Length: 638 pages
Language: English
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