The Muqaddimah, written by the renowned Arab historian and philosopher Ibn Khaldun, is widely regarded as one of the earliest works on historiography, sociology, and economics. Originally written in 1377, this groundbreaking text offers a comprehensive introduction to the history, culture, and social dynamics of the Islamic world and beyond. Known as The Introduction, The Muqaddimah was intended as a prologue to Ibn Khaldun’s ambitious universal history but has since gained recognition as a foundational work in social science.
In The Muqaddimah, Ibn Khaldun explores the causes and dynamics of political and social change, the rise and fall of civilizations, and the impact of geography and economics on human society. His insights into human nature, leadership, economics, and education were centuries ahead of their time, making this work essential for anyone interested in history, political science, or social theory.
Why The Muqaddimah is a Must-Read
A Groundbreaking Work in Social Sciences
Often considered the first work of sociology, The Muqaddimah introduces concepts that remain relevant today in understanding societal structures, economics, and political power.
Insightful Analysis of Civilization and Change
Ibn Khaldun’s examination of how and why civilizations rise and fall offers timeless insights into the dynamics of history and human behavior.
A Masterpiece of Intellectual Heritage
As one of the most influential works in Islamic and global intellectual history, The Muqaddimah is a must-read for those interested in philosophy, history, and the origins of modern social sciences.
- "The past resembles the future more than one drop of water resembles another."
Translation (Sinhala): "අතීතය ඉදිරි අනාගතයට වඩාත් සමාන වේ, ජල බින්දුවක් තවත් ජල බින්දුවකට වඩා."
Translation (Tamil): "கடந்தது எதிர்காலத்தை எவ்வளவோ ஒத்திருக்கிறது, ஒரு துளி நீரையும் மற்றொரு துளியையும் போல."
- "Civilization and its well-being depend on productivity and the capacity for labor."
- "Only by examining the rise and fall of previous societies can one hope to understand the present."
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About the Book
Title: The Muqaddimah
Author: Ibn Khaldun
ISBN: 9780691166285
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Published Year: 2015 (Translation)
Number of Pages: 512
Binding: Paperback
