"Am and Hts World Arabia and the Middle East brilliantly presents the tale of the treasures of Arabia-ancient and emerging within the context of the sweep of millenia, the living face of millions, and the challenges of tomorrow. Skillful editors created this exciting and ambitious book. Complexities of history are set forth honestly and with astounding clarity. Dynasties have been charted in rainbow hues linking centuries with far-flung regions and phases in history's heartland have been freshly mapped from outer space. Magnificent photographs and detailed explorations of cuisine, coinage, calendar and climate enliven this comprehensive survey. Tradition and modernity are wisely and effectively blended in this book-itself a microcosm of mankind's oldest and newest story." - Carney E. S. Gavin, Curator-Harvard Semitic Museum