Advertising Arab traditions and hospitality

[United Arab Emirates]. Dalil dawlat al-Imarat al-'Arabiyah al-Muttahidah [Guide to the country of the United Arab Emirates].

[Abu Dhabi, Ministry of Information, 1970s].

4to. 62, (2) pp. With a map of the Emirates and numerous colour photographic illustrations throughout. Original colour printed wrappers.

 900.00

Early tourist guide to the Emirates advertising Arab traditions and hospitality, including a portrait of Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, founder of the Emirates, and a tempting sunset view of Dubai Creek. Further, the guide shows camel races, falcons and falconers, fishermen, forts and antiquities, mosques, and date plantations, as well as recent developments in infrastructure, including hotel complexes and ample roads. Includes useful information on entry to the UAE, embassies, religion, language, climate and appropriate clothing, airlines and travel agencies, hotels, banks and currency, newspapers and television stations.

Condition

Lower spine and pages 50-62 somewhat gluestained, not affecting text. Angular crease to lower cover. Otherwise in very good condition.

References

Not in OCLC.