A tenth-century Islamic manuscript from Kairouan, Tunisia

A tenth-century Islamic manuscript from Kairouan, Tunisia, offers rare insights into the literary and cultural production of North Africa during the ninth and tenth centuries. This parchment bifolio, part of a unique collection, provides clues to its author, text, and the scholarly community that preserved it, much like an archaeological find in situ. The manuscript's significance extends beyond Tunisia, shedding light on broader Islamic world dynamics during this period. The study leverages contextual analysis to unravel the mysteries surrounding the fragment, highlighting its importance in understanding historical intellectual and cultural exchanges.

Brockopp, J. E. (2022). A tenth-century Islamic manuscript from Kairouan, Tunisia. MAVCOR Journal, 6(2). https://doi.org/10.22332/mav.obj.2022.3