The Dome of the Rock

"The Dome of the Rock" contains 150 stunning photographs that capture the aesthetic achievement of the building by the same name. The introduction, written by one of the world's pre- eminent Islamic scholars, Oleg Grabar, explores history, art, and architecture, as well as the cultural and religious significance of the building. The introduction is complemented by a wealth of reference material, including transcriptions of the earliest known Koranic script (inscribed on the building's octagonal arcades), historical travelers' accounts of the Dome, maps, and drawings. An exceptional book, "The Dome of the Rock" is the most detailed and complete visual documentation ever published on this profound monument.