Overview
Photographic guide to this fascinating and diverse region. Featuring more than 200 vivid photographs, Middle East offers a pictorial exploration of this great and varied region in all its majesty from ancient Babylon to the modern towers of Dubai. The wellspring of key religious faiths, such as Islam, Christianity and Judaism, the Middle East is famed for its warm hospitality and ancient culture. For centuries, it was the heart of the known world and home to some of the great civilizations, including the New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt, the Abbasid Caliphate and the Ottoman Empire. Its towns and deserts have served as crossroads of trade and as a crucible of ideas, science and art that still endure today. For the modern visitor, there is much to choose from. Watch the sun set over the honeycombed magic of Petra and explore tree-lined boulevards and exquisite blue-tiled mosques in Esfahan, Iran. From the deep-rooted communities of Oman to the cosmopolitan energy of Beirut and Dubai, from the quiet spirituality of a Turkish mosque to the bustling markets of Cairo, the Middle East is home to a rich, vibrant mosaic of traditions, languages and food. With more than 200 vivid photographs, this book offers a pictorial exploration of the culture, history, flora and fauna of this hugely diverse region. AUTHOR: Trevor Naylor is a writer living in Yorkshire. Almost 40 years of visiting and living in Egypt have inspired several travel and history books about this fascinating civilization. Most recently these have included Egypt - A Visual Explorer Guide, Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics Illustrated and The Riddle of the Sphinx - Quiz Like and Egyptian. His latest book, Egyptian Gods and Myths Illustrated, will be published by Amber Books in September 2025. SELLING POINTS: . Includes 200 superb photographs showcasing every aspect of the region . Expert text offers insight into every featured image . The book ranges from the deserts of the Arabian peninsula to the urban delights of Istanbul 200 photos
Full Product Details
Author: Trevor Naylor
Publisher: Amber Books Ltd
Imprint: Amber Books
Dimensions:
Width: 29.60cm
, Height: 2.50cm
, Length: 21.90cm
Weight: 1.400kg
ISBN: 9781838866679
ISBN 10: 1838866671
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 19 May 2026
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming
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Author Information
Trevor Naylor is a writer living in Yorkshire, England. Almost 40 years of visiting and living in Egypt have inspired several travel and history books about this fascinating civilization. Most recently these have included Egypt - A Visual Explorer Guide, Ancient Egyptian Hieroglyphics Illustrated and The Riddle of the Sphinx - Quiz Like and Egyptian. His latest book is Egyptian Gods and Myths Illustrated.
