The Latin Qur’an, 1143-1500: Translation, Transition, Interpretation, edited by Candida Ferrero Hernández and John Tolan, presents 21 scholarly papers from a 2020 conference at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, part of the “The European Quran” project (1150-1850). This volume examines the medieval European engagement with Islam, focusing on Latin translations of the Qur’ān and their cultural and intellectual impact. Robert of Ketton’s pioneering yet flawed 12th-century Latin translation, which misrepresented the Qur’ān as a work of the Prophet Muhammad, significantly shaped European misconceptions of Islam. Contributions, including Thomas Burman’s analysis of early Latin quotations from al-Andalus, Anthony John Lappin’s study of Alchoran Latinus, Olivier Hanne’s exploration of Arabic scientific and religious translations, and Xavier Casassas Canals’ examination of polemical annotations, highlight the diverse approaches to Islamic texts. The volume underscores the historical and doctrinal roots of European perceptions of the Qur’ān, offering valuable insights into intercultural exchanges during a transformative period.
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