Qasr Al Hosn: The History of the Rulers of Abu Dhabi 1793-1966 Tapa dura - 2004

Paperback. Very Good.

Example Product Manufacturer; 2nd edition (2004-01-01). Used - Like New. Like New condition. Like New dust jacket. A near perfect copy that may have very minor cosmetic defects.

Centre for Documentation and Research, Aby Dhabi, UAE, 2004. Reprint. Hardcover. Very Good Condition/Very Good. One of the numerous forts and towers that give a historical favor to the UAE's landscape, Qasr Al Hon is one of the oldest surviving structures. It marked the starting point of the growth and development of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. For nearly two centuries, it served as the fortress, royal residence and administrative headquarters of the Rulers of Abu Dhabi. Linking the past with the present, it stands today ad the most illustrious symbol of the achievements of the Al Bu Falah Rulers, the ancestors of the Al Nahyan Ruling Family. Set against the historic backdrop of the Qasr Al Hosn, this book provides a well researched and balanced account of 200 years of Abu Dhabi's history. The narrative focuses on the 11 Al Bu Falah Rulers who ruled the Emirate from 1793 to 1966. The study examines in detail the several forces and factors which paved the way for the emergence of the Emirate… Leer más