The textbook equates the “essential melody of nature” to which feature of the Alhambra?
a) the abundant water features throughout the complex
b) the perfect acoustics of the domed Hall in the Palace of the Lion
c) the distinctive muqarnas of the architecture
d) the effects of light and shadow produced by the traceries and grille
Answer: A
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