The calligraphic state
Brinkley Morris Messick
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The calligraphic state
Published
1993
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
341
ISBN-10
0520076052
Description
"In this innovative combination of anthropology, history, and postmodern theory, Brinkley Messick examines the changing relation of writing and authority in a Muslim society from the late nineteenth century to the present. The creation and interpretation of texts, from sacred scriptures to administrative and legal contracts, are among the fundamental ways that authority is established and maintained in a complex state. Yet few scholars have explored this process and the ways in which it changes, especially outside the Western world. -- Messick brings together intensive ethnography and textual analysis from a wealth of material: Islamic jurisprudence, Yemeni histories, local documents. In exploring the structure and transformation of literacy, law, and statecraft in Yemen, he raises important issues that are of comparative significance for understanding political life in other Muslim and nonwestern states as well."
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How many pages are in The calligraphic state?
This edition of The calligraphic state has approximately 341 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The calligraphic state?
For most readers, The calligraphic state typically takes between 7h 6m and 4h 44m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 85,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 5h 41m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 12 days • Estimated word count: 85,250 words
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What is the word count of The calligraphic state?
The estimated word count for The calligraphic state is approximately 85,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of The calligraphic state?
The calligraphic state was written by Brinkley Morris Messick.
When was The calligraphic state published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1993. The original work may have been published on a different date.