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What books best depict the culture of the United Arab Emirates? How do they do it so well?

UAE is known to have a rich culture and heritage reflecting traditional Arab and Islamic values. Environment and terrain is also a big influence on the culture and lifestyle of people in UAE.

Some of the culture and history books that are a must read before you come to UAE are;

  • ‘The Diesel’ (1994) by Thani Al-Suwaidi

  • ‘The Nabati Poetry of the United Arab Emirates’ (2011) by Clive Holes and Said Salman Abu Athera

  • ‘Dubai: The Vulnerability of Success’ (2009) by Christopher Davidson

  • ‘The Sand Fish: A Novel From Dubai’ (2009) by Maha Gargash

  • ‘Beyond Dubai: Seeking Lost Cities in the Emirates’ (2014) by David Millar.

These books have captured the old and contemporary spirit of UAE and are well-written as well.

Original Source;- https://www.quora.com/What-books-best-depict-the-culture-of-the-United-Arab-Emirates-How-do-they-do-it-so-well/answer/Bookends-4/log

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You can easily sell used books at Bookends. Bookends is a portal dealing exclusively in buying and selling used books. However, it is to be ensured that the books are in a good condition and are worthy of being a part of someone else’s book collection. This will not only enhance someone’s reading collection but also promote sustainability and the notion of pre-loved books whilst benefiting the seller of the used books by making space for new books in their collection!

Original Source: https://www.quora.com/How-do-I-sell-used-books/answer/Bookends-4