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[SOLD] Donald Hawley – Courtesies in the Gulf Area – A Dictionary of Colloquial Phrase and Usage

A unique book describing traditional Arabic greetings and courtesies in the Arabian Gulf area.

With text and phrases in English and Arabic, and sections on proverbs, manners, condolences, and general social etiquette, plus specialised terminology for activities including hawking.

The author was a prominent former diplomat based in the region, and also wrote several other books on the Gulf, including The Trucial States.

Published by Stacey International in 1978. Paperback. In very good condition. Previous owner’s name to front endpaper, dated 1982 in Muscat. Some minor stains externally and bumps to corners.