Saudi Arabia: A Desert Kingdom

by Kevin M. McCarthy

Examines the religious, family-oriented, traditional society of modern Saudi Arabia, its transition from poor to rich nation, and its relationship with America. Appendixes present the Arabic alphabet and list consulates and embassies in the United States and Canada.Examines Saudi Arabia's people, geography, history, language, folklore, and industry, and profiles the experiences of the nation's immigrants to the United States

125 pages, Library Binding

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Professor of Linguistics at the University of Florida (1969-2005).