In this volume the contributors use Geographical Information Systems (GIS) to reassess both historic and contemporary Asian countries and traditionally Islamic areas. This highly illustrated and comprehensive work highlights how GIS can be applied to the social sciences. With its description of how to process, construct and manage geographical data the book is ideal for the non-specialist looki…
Orang Kerinci atau dalam bahasa lokal disebut sebagai Uhang Kincai atau Uhang Kinci adalah mereka yang secara geografis menghuni wilayah Kerinci. Akan tetapi, batasan geografis Kerinci di masa lalu tentulah tidak sama dengan batasan administratif saat ini. Sumber-sumber tradisi lisan menyebutkan bahwa cakupan geografis Kerinci di masa Kesultanan Jambi terdiri dari dua bagian. Pertama disebut s…
Throughout history, the study of sacred texts has focused almost exclusively on the content and meaning of these writings. Such a focus obscures the fact that sacred texts are always embodied in particular material forms—from ancient scrolls to contemporary electronic devices. Using the digital turn as a starting point, this volume highlights material dimensions of the sacred texts of Judaism…