ملخص الدراسة:

Arab and Muslim historians, geoahraphers and philosophers have dealt, and through their Writings, with archetetural thought in the Islamic city. Among them is Abu Zakereya Al–’Azdei (died 945/334 H), the auther of (the History of Mosul). The second part of the book is available only. AL – ’Azdei dealt with the archetecture of the society, economy and buildings. He speaks about archetecture of the seciety, through his description of Mosul tribes and their inhabitance. He mentions, too Mosul scientists and Wala’at and their achievements. Besides, his reference to the lineage of Mosul people. His economic thought lurks in his dealing with economy and his mentioning the money of Bait-AL-Mal. He mentions also Mosul revenue. Futher more, he speaks about Mosul’s markets and their functions and activities.His archetectural thought concerning buildings is presented through his reference to the expansion of the city and its content of: Mosques, churches... AL-A zdei refers to Mosul streets, markets and dwelling places.