The book "Al-Intikhab fi Sharh Adab al-Kitab" (The Selection in the Commentary on the Etiquette of the Scribe) derives its scholarly value from "Adab al-Kitab" itself, as it explains a fundamental work of Arabic literature that has garnered attention from scholars in both the East (Mashriq) and the West (Maghrib). "Al-Intikhab" does not merely comment on "Adab al-Kitab" but rivals and surpasses it, presenting unprecedented scientific and literary material, enriched with a collection of various texts and classifications. Thus, "Al-Intikhab" is distinguished by its comprehensive and exhaustive nature. It stands as a testament to the profound knowledge of the Andalusians and their mastery of authorship and criticism. The work successfully illuminates an aspect of the encyclopedic personality of the Andalusian author, Al-Judhami, who presents "Adab al-Kitab" with commentary, analysis, and critique at a high scholarly level, despite the differences in time and environment.

• Author: Abi Ja'far bin Hisham al-Judhami
• Editor: Saadia Boukherit
• Publisher: Dar Ibn Hazm-Beirut
• Edition: 1
• Year of Publication: 2009
• Number of Pages: 1896
• Number of Parts: 4
• Binding Type: Hardcover
• Paper Type: White
• ISBN: 978-9953-81-834-4