Disability in the Ottoman Arab World, 1500–1800

Discover the groundbreaking work of Sara Scalenghe in her book Disability in the Ottoman Arab World, 1500–1800, published by Cambridge University Press in 2016. This insightful volume spans 220 pages and offers a pioneering exploration of the history of physical and mental disabilities in the Middle East and North Africa. Scalenghe delves into the sociocultural aspects of disability, providing a nuanced understanding of how these conditions were perceived and experienced within the Arab-Islamic context during the Ottoman Empire. Covering regions that include present-day Egypt, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, and Palestine/Israel, this book is essential for anyone interested in the intersection of disability studies, history, and Middle Eastern culture. Enhance your understanding of the social dynamics surrounding disabilities in this rich historical setting.