An Arab Ambassador in the Mediterranean World

The travelogues of Muhammad Ibn Othman al-Miknasi offer a rare comparative perspective between Christendom and Islam, making them the only pre-modern writings by an Arab-Muslim to do so. His selections provide unique insights into the cultural and religious dynamics of the time, highlighting the interactions and perceptions between these two worlds. This book serves as an important historical resource for understanding the complexities of cross-cultural exchanges in the 18th century.