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Mamluk Art: The Splendour and Magic of the Sultans tells the story of almost three centuries of political security and economic stability achieved by the sultans' successful defence against Mongol and Crusader threats. The intellectual, scientific and artistic currents that flourished then are manifest in Mamluk architecture and decorative arts, almost modern in their elegant and lively simplicity, bearing witness to the vitality of Mamluk trade, to their cultural exuberance and to their military and religious strength.Eight itineraries invite you to discover 51 museums, monuments and sites in Cairo, Alexandria and the Nile Delta.This title is part of the series "Islamic Art in the Mediterranean". Each title in this series starts with a general introduction to the series, followed by an introduction to the particular title.For the eBook / Kindle version: the "Look Inside" link gives access to the table of contents of this title and to a part of its particular introduction.For the paperback version: the "Look Inside" link provides access to the general introduction.Note: the eBook includes an index of locations.Search for other titles in this series available in English with 'Islamic art in the Mediterranean + MWNF' (ten titles).Search for all Museum With No Frontiers titles in all languages with 'Museum With No Frontiers + MWNF'.