--- product_id: 314892183 title: "The Muqaddimah" price: "2431608₫" currency: VND in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.vn/products/314892183-the-muqaddimah store_origin: VN region: Vietnam --- # 4.7/5 from 551 reviews Top 25 in History & Sociology Published by Princeton University Press The Muqaddimah **Price:** 2431608₫ **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🏛️ Unlock the origins of civilization and sociology — be the expert everyone envies! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Muqaddimah - **How much does it cost?** 2431608₫ with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vn](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/314892183-the-muqaddimah) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Highly Rated by Readers:** Enjoy insights praised by over 550 readers with a stellar 4.7-star rating. - • **Cross-Disciplinary Appeal:** Ranks top 15 in Sociology of Religion and top 25 in History of Civilization & Culture. - • **Elite Academic Credibility:** Published by Princeton University Press, trusted by scholars worldwide. - • **Essential for Thought Leaders:** Join the community of forward-thinking professionals who value deep cultural understanding. - • **Timeless Intellectual Classic:** Dive into the foundational work of sociology and history that shaped modern thought. ## Overview The Muqaddimah, authored by Ibn Khaldûn and published by Princeton University Press, is a seminal work in sociology and history. With a 4.7-star rating from 551 readers and top rankings in Sociology of Religion and History categories, it remains a must-read for professionals seeking profound cultural insights. ## Description The Muqaddimah : Khaldûn, Ibn, Dawood, N. J., Rosenthal, Franz, Lawrence, Bruce B.: desertcart.ae: Books Review: Very very poor printing quality. Very discomforting to the eyes. I won’t recommend it all. Totally disappointed for the money I spent. Some pages are totally blurred and different fonts and sizes in the same book. DO NOT BUY THIS BOOK - A TOTAL DISCOMFORT to the eyes Review: This was an incredible book. Khaldun reviews just about every aspect of human civilization. The respected historian Arnold Toynbee sums up it perfectly. Quote; "Undoubtedly the greatest work of its kind that has ever been created by any mind in any time or place . . . the most comprehensive and illuminating analysis of how human affairs work that has been made anywhere." There a few highlights to Khaldun`s analysis. His biggest contribution is his comparison of a nation`s growth to the four seasons. The first generation of leadership has a high moral fibre and frugal management. The next generation has a living memory of the first generation. They maintain most of the first generations virtues. The third generation, however, has no living memory of the first generation. They become luxurious in their living conditions. Earlier civic virtues slowly melt away. The fourth generation is largely corrupted and become witnesses to their own destruction. Khaldun believes this can be compared to any natural process of; birth, growth, plateau, and then decay. He labels this social process Asabiya. Khaldun also has a brilliant assessment of the effects of taxation on society. Lower tax rates encourage business activity and society prospers. A raising of the tax rate does not equal a rise in tax revenues. The higher tax rates discourage business activity and result in lower tax revenues. Lao-Tze the Tao philosopher, also described the same results of high taxation. Yet this timeless advice is forever ignored by governments, with a few small exceptions. There are some aspects of the book, that may bother some readers. Khaldun is deeply religious. He constantly refers to religion throughout the book. Khaldun also holds extremely politically incorrect/racist views, regarding African and Slavic people. This book is highly recommended, warts and all. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #16,512 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #19 in Sociology of Religion #23 in History of Civilization & Culture #50 in History of Ancient Civilizations | | Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (553) | | Dimensions | 13.97 x 2.29 x 21.84 cm | | Edition | Abridged | | ISBN-10 | 0691166285 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0691166285 | | Item weight | 482 g | | Language | English | | Print length | 512 pages | | Publication date | 27 April 2015 | | Publisher | Princeton University Press | ## Images ![The Muqaddimah - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719Hbj+QgtL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐ Review *by ع***ق on 1 June 2025* Very very poor printing quality. Very discomforting to the eyes. I won’t recommend it all. Totally disappointed for the money I spent. Some pages are totally blurred and different fonts and sizes in the same book. DO NOT BUY THIS BOOK - A TOTAL DISCOMFORT to the eyes ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by P***N on 12 December 2018* This was an incredible book. Khaldun reviews just about every aspect of human civilization. The respected historian Arnold Toynbee sums up it perfectly. Quote; "Undoubtedly the greatest work of its kind that has ever been created by any mind in any time or place . . . the most comprehensive and illuminating analysis of how human affairs work that has been made anywhere." There a few highlights to Khaldun`s analysis. His biggest contribution is his comparison of a nation`s growth to the four seasons. The first generation of leadership has a high moral fibre and frugal management. The next generation has a living memory of the first generation. They maintain most of the first generations virtues. The third generation, however, has no living memory of the first generation. They become luxurious in their living conditions. Earlier civic virtues slowly melt away. The fourth generation is largely corrupted and become witnesses to their own destruction. Khaldun believes this can be compared to any natural process of; birth, growth, plateau, and then decay. He labels this social process Asabiya. Khaldun also has a brilliant assessment of the effects of taxation on society. Lower tax rates encourage business activity and society prospers. A raising of the tax rate does not equal a rise in tax revenues. The higher tax rates discourage business activity and result in lower tax revenues. Lao-Tze the Tao philosopher, also described the same results of high taxation. Yet this timeless advice is forever ignored by governments, with a few small exceptions. There are some aspects of the book, that may bother some readers. Khaldun is deeply religious. He constantly refers to religion throughout the book. Khaldun also holds extremely politically incorrect/racist views, regarding African and Slavic people. This book is highly recommended, warts and all. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review *by M***H on 28 December 2025* God's work ## Frequently Bought Together - The Muqaddimah: An Introduction to History - Abridged Edition (Princeton Classics) - The Conference of the Birds (Penguin Classics) - The Epistle on Legal Theory: A Translation of Al-Shafi'i's Risalah (Library of Arabic Literature, 42) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vn/products/314892183-the-muqaddimah](https://www.desertcart.vn/products/314892183-the-muqaddimah) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vietnam* *Store origin: VN* *Last updated: 2026-05-23*