[SOLD] Geoffrey Bibby – Looking for Dilmun – First Edition 1970

An entertaining and witty account of the 1960s archaeological excavations in Bahrain that hunted for the ruins of Dilmun, an ancient civilisation in the Gulf region.

The author travels extensively in Bahrain and the UAE and recounts meetings with a range of prominent figures, including Sheikh Zayed.

With numerous photographs, sketches and maps throughout.

First edition, first impression. Hardback. Published by Collins in London in 1970. Original unclipped jacket. No writing or marking inside. Some toning and minor edgewear to jacket.