The Muqaddimah

The Muqaddimah

The Muqaddimah, written by Ibn Khaldun, is one of the foundational works of world historiography, sociology, political theory, and philosophy of history. In this monumental introduction to his universal history, Ibn Khaldun develops an original approach to understanding the rise and decline of civilizations, the formation of states, and the dynamics of social life.

The book examines subjects such as social organization, political authority, economic life, education, culture, nomadic and settled societies, and the factors that shape historical change. Ibn Khaldun’s concept of asabiyyah (social cohesion) occupies a central place in his explanation of how societies emerge, flourish, and eventually decline.

Widely regarded as a pioneering work in the social sciences, The Muqaddimah combines historical observation with philosophical analysis and offers insights that remain relevant today. It is an indispensable reference for readers interested in history, sociology, political thought, and the intellectual heritage of the Islamic world.

Author: Ibn Khaldun

Publisher: Dergah Publications

ISBN: 978-975-995-911-1

Binding: Paperback

Language: Turkish

Dimensions: 16.5 × 23.5 cm

Page Count: 1,217 pages