Arab Culture from an Arab's Perspective

The first book about Arab and Jordanian culture from an Arab perspective, Diwan Baladna (Our Country's Meeting Place) delves deep into the traditions of the Arab peoples of Jordan. Diwan Baladna explains Arab culture from an Arab's perspective in a light and humorous, though informative and well-researched way. Written by a native of Jordan, Diwan Baladna is a valuable guide to anyone interested in Arab studies or visitors to the Middle East.

Thoroughly researched and written in simple concise language, this book is the very first of its kind. There are chapters on all the major aspects of Arabic life, including:

• Greetings
• The evil eye
  
• Funeral traditions
  
• Hospitality 
• Weddings in Arab culture
  
  
  

The 1st Edition was published in 2010 and quickly became a bestseller, popular with locals, tourists and students alike.

"A light and humorous--yet informative--look at Arab culture through an Arab's eyes."