Arabian Highlands

Arabian Highlands is a book written by Harry St. John Bridger Philby, an English explorer, writer, and Arabist. The book is a travelogue that recounts Philby's journey through the mountainous region of the Arabian Peninsula in the 1930s. The book provides a vivid description of the landscape, people, and culture of the region, which was then largely unknown to the outside world. Philby's travels took him through the rugged terrain of the Asir Mountains, where he encountered remote villages and tribes that had never before been visited by outsiders. Philby also provides insights into the history and politics of the region, which was then under the control of the Saudi Arabian government. He describes the challenges of navigating the complex tribal relationships and the influence of the Wahhabi religious movement on the local population. Throughout the book, Philby's love for the region and its people shines through, as he shares his experiences of camping in the mountains, attending tribal gatherings, and learning about the local customs and traditions. Arabian Highlands is a fascinating and engaging account of a little-known region of the world, written by a renowned explorer and scholar of the Arab world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history, culture, and geography of the Arabian Peninsula.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.