When in the Arab World

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“The book’s strength is that it has been written by an Arab practitioner, with deep knowledge of the customs and traditions of the Arab world. It is comprehensive in the areas it covers, and effectively uses testimonies from people around the world to make its points. It is essential reading for anyone wanting to live, work or study in this region.” —Dr Marwan Muasher, director, Middle East Programme, Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

“The book is chock full of practical advice on the specificities of living and working in the Arab world yet it resonates broadly—far beyond the region. On the one hand, the book carefully guides the reader on important practices and traditions, even zooming in on variations in the distinct sub-regions of the Arab world. On the other hand, it provides valuable wisdom about getting along in a foreign culture that, with some modifications, could serve as a general guide for encountering new people and places throughout the world.” —Melani Cammett, professor, Department of Government, Harvard University”