The Arab of the Desert – H. R. P. Dickson (1972, Second Edition, Fifth Impression)

An important historical account of traditional Bedouin life in Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, written by H. R. P. Dickson, who spent decades living and working in Kuwait during the early 20th century. Originally published in 1949, this 1972 fifth impression of the second edition offers an extraordinarily detailed record of desert life, customs, tribal histories, pearl diving, falconry, and everyday traditions. Richly illustrated with historical photographs, drawings, maps, and genealogical tables, including the original fold-out material bound into the volume.

This hardcover copy retains its distinctive original illustrated dust jacket, featuring striking orange and black artwork. The jacket shows age-related wear, particularly along the edges and spine, with visible historic tape repairs. The brown cloth binding remains attractive, and the interior pages appear well preserved. A handwritten personal dedication dated Christmas 1977 adds a further touch of history.

Publication: George Allen & Unwin, London, 1972
Edition: Second Edition, Fifth Impression
Binding: Hardcover with original dust jacket
Illustrations: Photographs, drawings, maps, genealogical tables, and bound-in fold-out material

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