Kilwa : An Islamic Trading City on the East African Coast

Comprehensive account of the city from the ninth century through the period of its greatest prosperity from the 12th century onwards. Combines re-examination of historical sources with extensive study of new evidence from coins, Islamic pottery and Chinese porcelain, and glass beads. Evidence shows Kilwa to be an entrepot for trade between eastern and central Africa and countries across the Indian Ocean.Chittick, Neville is the author of 'Kilwa : An Islamic Trading City on the East African Coast', published 1974 under ISBN 9781872566207 and ISBN 1872566200.