Raban, Jonathan

Arabia

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ISBN 13:: 9780330300582
author:: Raban, Jonathan
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Picador
language:: English
Publication Year:: 1995
Pages:: 352
Genre:: Travel writing
Condition:: New
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Jonathan Raban's Arabia is a beautifully written account of his journey through Bahrain, Qatar, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Yemen, Egypt and Jordan. Through his stories, he brings to life the people and places he encountered, revealing the rich cultural heritage of the region.

The book is not just a travelogue, but a tale of the collision of cultures, observed at an historically crucial time. Raban's gift for friendships shines through as he shares his experiences in markets, hotels, sheikh's fortresses and Bedu family homes, giving readers a vivid sense of Arabia's texture, smells, sounds and feel.

A poignant, funny and thought-provoking read, Arabia is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in travel writing, cultural exchange and the human experience.

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