Very Simple Arabia

Renowned Arabist James Peters' new book is a practical and entertaining general introduction to the culture of the Gulf. Peters combines an authoritative text with his inimitable cartoons like no other author dealing with this subject today. An indispensable guid and companion for any visitor--on business or pleasure--to the fascinating and sometimes demanding land that is the Arab world. Peters extracts the common denomiators of etiquette in the Gulf, as well as describing the essential first steps in understanding the place, the people, and the culture.