The hidden treasures of Timbuktu: rediscovering Africa's literary culture

John O. HunwickThames & Hudson • ISBN-13 978‑0500514214

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The hidden treasures of Timbuktu: rediscovering Africa's literary culture

John O. HunwickThames & Hudson

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ISBN-10: 0500514216 · ISBN-13: 978‑0500514214 · 2008 · 1st Edition

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The Hidden Treasures of Timbuktu explores the rich literary and scholarly heritage of Timbuktu, a major center of Islamic culture and scholarship in the mid-fifteenth century. The book delves into the history, manuscripts, and cultural significance of this legendary city, offering insights into its role as a hub of knowledge and learning.

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Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Hardcover1st Edition2008
Pages: 240Language: EnglishPaper finish: Matte

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Author: John O. Hunwick

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Inferred: Africa, CivilizationInferred: Africa, HistoryInferred: CivilizationInferred: Description And TravelInferred: HistoryInferred: Intellectual History

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