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Islamic Empires: Fifteen Cities that Define a Civilization by Justin Marozzi explores the sweeping history of Islamic culture through the lens of its most influential urban centers. Published by Allen Lane (an imprint of Penguin Books), this 2019 edition offers a rich narrative spanning fifteen centuries and various continents, from Baghdad and Cordoba to Cairo and Istanbul. This comprehensive historical account is perfect for readers interested in world history, Middle Eastern studies, and the architectural and cultural evolution of major global cities. The book features a clean cover with striking blue imagery of traditional Islamic geometric patterns.