Introduction

The Rise of Islam 600–900 AD

Mosques, Mansions and Mosaics: The Arts of Building
Pens and Parchments: The Koran and Early Writing
The Draped Universe: The Arts of Loom
Pots, Pans and Pitchers: The Decorative Arts

Regional Centres and Local Powers 900–1500 AD

Madrasas and Muqarnas: The Arts of Building
Penmen and Painters: The Arts of the Book
Warps, Wefts and Pile: The Arts of the Loom
Colours and Figures: The Decorative Arts

The Great Empires 1500–1800 AD

Capitals and Complexes: The Arts of Building
From Manuscript to Page: The Arts of the Book
Velvets and Carpets: The Arts of the Loom
Bedecked and Bejewelled: The Decorative Arts

Epilogue

Glossary
Major Dynasties
Key Dates
Further Reading
Index
Acknowledgements