Book Description
In 1990-91, the Persian/Arab Gulf came dramatically to American and world attention with the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990, and the seven months of tension and violence that followed. So begins Malcom C. Peck's introduction to the "Historical Dictionary of the Gulf Arab States," a volume that explores the history of five small states: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, while clearly focusing on recent and current developments. The information provided on the political, economic, social, cultural, and religious aspects of the Gulf Arab States is intended to be useful for academic and other researchers, and in a form that is convenient for diplomats and business people, as well as individuals who are merely curious to know more about an interesting and important part of the world. For those wishing to do further research on the area, an extensive bibliography is provided.

About the Author
Malcolm C. Peck is a Program Officer at Meridian International Center in Washington, D.C.. From 1970 to 1981, he was Director of Programs at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C. and from 1981-1983, he served as the Arabian Penninsula Analyst at the U.S. Department of State. He is author of "The United Arab Emirates: A Venture in Unity" and is contributor to "The World Book Encyclopedia" and "The Encyclopedia of the Middle East".

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In 1990-91, the Persian/Arab Gulf came dramatically to American and world attention with the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait on August 2, 1990, and the seven months of tension and violence that followed. So begins Malcom C. Peck's introduction to the "Historical Dictionary of the Gulf Arab States," a volume that explores the history of five small states: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, while clearly focusing on recent and current developments. The information provided on the political, economic, social, cultural, and religious aspects of the Gulf Arab States is intended to be useful for academic and other researchers, and in a form that is convenient for diplomats and business people, as well as individuals who are merely curious to know more about an interesting and important part of the world. For those wishing to do further research on the area, an extensive bibliography is provided.

Author Biography: Malcolm C. Peck is a Program Officer at Meridian International Center in Washington, D.C.. From 1970 to 1981, he was Director of Programs at the Middle East Institute in Washington, D.C. and from 1981-1983, he served as the Arabian Penninsula Analyst at the U.S. Department of State. He is author of "The United Arab Emirates: A Venture in Unity" and is contributor to "The World Book Encyclopedia" and "The Encyclopedia of the Middle East".

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