Ali Badr's "Crime, Art, and Baghdad's Dictionary" plunges readers into the heart of the Abbasid Caliphate, a vibrant world of intellect and intrigue. This compelling detective novel follows a brilliant investigator as he navigates the labyrinthine streets of 9th-century Baghdad, unraveling a complex web of art forgery, mysterious deaths, and the secrets hidden within an ancient lexicon. Blending historical detail with a gripping mystery, Badr masterfully brings to life an era rarely explored in crime fiction, offering a unique blend of cultural commentary, philosophical musings, and thrilling suspense. The dictionary itself becomes a character, holding clues essential to solving the enigmatic crimes.