Theory and Practice of Market Law in Medieval Islam : A Study of Kitab Nisab Al-Ihtisab of 'Umar B. Muhammad Al-Sunami (fl. 7th8th/13th14th Century)

Bok av Mawil Izzi Dien
This book represents an explanation of the institution of hisba in medieval Islam, through one of the most used texts in the field. It includes a thorough translation of the text, written by a practising muhtasib, scholar and judge, together with accompanying biographical and bibliographical notes. The book is unique being the only English work on medieval Hanafi law of hisba.