Synopses & Reviews
Some call it a friend to the U.S.; others a foe. Now get the facts on this complex and crucial nation.
A detailed and comprehensive overview of this complex Middle Eastern country, this book covers Arabia's early history, the rise of the House of Saud, the discovery of Saudi oil, Islamic fundamentalism, day-to-day-life, and the country's connection to 9/11, as well as the country's future.
Synopsis
A detailed and comprehensive overview of this complex Middle Eastern country, this book covers Arabia's early history, the rise of the House of Saud, the discovery of Saudi oil, Islamic fundamentalism, day-to-day-life, and the country's connection to 9/11, as well as the country's future.
About the Author
Colin Wells has written extensively on Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. He has contributed hundreds of entries for a number of reference and research works, and has just completed a book on Middle Eastern culture, politics, and history.