The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history
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About this book
This prolegomenon was written in the 14th century by the Arab scholar Ibn Khaldūn, & laid the intellectual foundations for philosophy of history, sociology, ethnography & economics. This translation was first published in 1958 in three volumes.
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4.3/5 · 5070 readers · 465 pages · ≈ 8 h 37 m · Demanding
How long does it take to read The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history?
About ≈ 8 h 37 m — 465 pages, assuming roughly 250 words per page at 225 words per minute.
How many pages is The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history?
465 pages in its most-read edition.
What genre is The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history?
It sits on the Travel, Philosophy, Biography & Memoir shelves.
Is The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history in the public domain?
Yes — it is free to read and share.
Who are the main characters in The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history?
The main characters include Ibn Khaldūn (1332-1406).
Where does The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history take place?
It is set in Islamic Empire, North Africa, Yemen.
Who wrote The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history?
Ibn Khaldūn.
Where can I read The Muqaddimah, an introduction to history online for free?
It is in the public domain — read it free on Open Library
Setting
Islamic EmpireNorth AfricaYemen
Characters
Ibn Khaldūn (1332-1406)