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Amazon.com KindleStore: Kuwait travel
Dive into the Middle East through a whole new perspective . . . the Midwest! Laugh and learn the good stuff your teachers never taught you about the Middle East.Author: David Cross Kindle Edition: 112 pages Kindle eBook Company: Xulon Press (2006-11-01) (2006-11-01) List Price: $8.99 Amazon Price: 
An American Woman in Kuwait is a travelogue written by an American lawyer who accompanied her husband, a Ph.D. immunologist, to Kuwait. The trip spanned almost six months, during the cooler parts of the year, from November 2004 to May 2005.Kuwait is a tiny nation covered almost entirely by barren desert. Its huge petroleum reserves and strategic location have made it a playing field on which great military conflicts have been settled during the past two decades. The country, located at the northern end of the Persian Gulf, became one of the wealthiest nations in history following discovery of oil in 1938 and development of the oil fields brought its citizens an unparalleled level of personal comfort. During the time span of a single generation, Kuwaitis made the transition from a society based on animal herding, fishing and local trade, to an ultra-modern welfare state, offering its citizens lifetime security and comfort at a level unimaginable to most of the world’s population. This remarkable rags-to-riches transformation has had adverse consequences. One particularly ugly effect of wealth on Kuwaitis and their culture is a sense of entitlement, which has evolved into arrogance and contempt for people who are less fortunate. Unskilled laborers, primarily from Bangladesh and Pakistan, hired on contract to perform menial jobs, are paid subsistence level wages and often treated brutally. Brutality towards those who are perceived as inferiors, including women, is an aspect of Kuwait masked by the veneer of modernity. Stephanie C. Fox strips away this veneer to explore features of the nation not widely known or appreciated by the public worldwide. A major focus of her work is the degree to which the traditions and prejudices of the tribes from which Kuwaitis claim ancestry act to maintain an inferior status for women. Outwardly, Kuwait appears enlightened with respect to issues of women’s rights. The rigid dress codes and other restrictive laws regulating the behavior of women in Saudi Arabia are absent. Many Kuwaiti women hold prestigious and high profile positions, particularly in academia. Inwardly, many of these same Kuwaiti women live their private lives much as they have for centuries, entirely available to their husbands while at home. The author lived among Kuwaitis, ate traditional foods, mingled with Kuwaitis, studied Kuwaiti history, visited most of its museums, and spent a weekend with her husband at the Wafra Farms Oasis as Kuwaitis celebrated their Independence and Liberation Day holidays. She was even lucky enough to meet Kuwait’s most famous woman suffragist, Rola A. Al-Dashti, Ph.D. Stephanie made friends with Kuwaitis. She and David met people from Kuwait’s large community of expatriates – Egyptians, Turks, Syrians, even one man from Saudi Arabia, which led to a hilarious encounter. The author, armed with a digital camera and a laptop, recorded everything she saw, heard, tasted, smelled and touched. Keeping a detailed journal of her experiences led to a book full of photographs that catalogues various aspects of Kuwaiti life and history. The book includes a glossary of Arabic words with a bibliography of the books and articles she read while in Kuwait. Kuwaitis business customs are described as the author had a rare opportunity to attend a diwaniya, something that is usually closed off to women. Kuwaiti hospitality is also detailed, as she was able to visit many homes, some of them on several occasions. The restaurants of Kuwait range from casual to formal, fast food to gourmet, and open to closed – in small rooms along the perimeter of a given establishment. The food varies widely in cuisine, quality and presentation, the most memorable item being one called “Genius Meal” – in homage to American liberators. Their cat, Scheherazade, a Kuwaiti war veteran herself, accompanied Stephanie to Kuwait. An American Woman in Kuwait is also the perfect guide for anyone traveling with a pet in the Middle East. Author: Stephanie C. Fox Kindle Edition: 587 pages Kindle eBook Company: Stephanie C. Fox (2012-03-08) (2012-03-08) List Price: Amazon Price: Amazon.com Books: Kuwait travel
Travel Journal Kuwait - Keep a diary of your holiday / vacation to Kuwait, includes diary, budget planner, activity planner, packing checklist and other useful aids to help you record and remember every aspect of your trip.Author: E Locken Paperback: 192 pages Company: lulu.com (2010-06-22) ISBN: 0557436494 List Price: $19.99 Amazon Price: $19.99
Author: Zahra Freeth, H. V. Winestone
Hardcover: 232 pages Company: Unwin Hyman (1972-06) ISBN: 0049530070 List Price: $27.50 Amazon Price: Used Price: $7.28
An American Woman in Kuwait is a travelogue written by an American lawyer who accompanied her husband, a Ph.D. immunologist, to Kuwait. The trip spanned almost six months, during the cooler parts of the year, from November 2004 to May 2005.Kuwait is a tiny nation covered almost entirely by barren desert. Its huge petroleum reserves and strategic location have made it a playing field on which great military conflicts have been settled during the past two decades. The country, located at the northern end of the Persian Gulf, became one of the wealthiest nations in history following discovery of oil in 1938 and development of the oil fields brought its citizens an unparalleled level of personal comfort. During the time span of a single generation, Kuwaitis made the transition from a society based on animal herding, fishing and local trade, to an ultra-modern welfare state, offering its citizens lifetime security and comfort at a level unimaginable to most of the world’s population. This remarkable rags-to-riches transformation has had adverse consequences. One particularly ugly effect of wealth on Kuwaitis and their culture is a sense of entitlement, which has evolved into arrogance and contempt for people who are less fortunate. Unskilled laborers, primarily from Bangladesh and Pakistan, hired on contract to perform menial jobs, are paid subsistence level wages and often treated brutally. Brutality towards those who are perceived as inferiors, including women, is an aspect of Kuwait masked by the veneer of modernity. Stephanie C. Fox strips away this veneer to explore features of the nation not widely known or appreciated by the public worldwide. A major focus of her work is the degree to which the traditions and prejudices of the tribes from which Kuwaitis claim ancestry act to maintain an inferior status for women. Outwardly, Kuwait appears enlightened with respect to issues of women’s rights. The rigid dress codes and other restrictive laws regulating the behavior of women in Saudi Arabia are absent. Many Kuwaiti women hold prestigious and high profile positions, particularly in academia. Inwardly, many of these same Kuwaiti women live their private lives much as they have for centuries, entirely available to their husbands while at home. The author lived among Kuwaitis, ate traditional foods, mingled with Kuwaitis, studied Kuwaiti history, visited most of its museums, and spent a weekend with her husband at the Wafra Farms Oasis as Kuwaitis celebrated their Independence and Liberation Day holidays. She was even lucky enough to meet Kuwait’s most famous woman suffragist, Rola A. Al-Dashti, Ph.D. Stephanie made friends with Kuwaitis. She and David met people from Kuwait’s large community of expatriates – Egyptians, Turks, Syrians, even one man from Saudi Arabia, which led to a hilarious encounter. The author, armed with a digital camera and a laptop, recorded everything she saw, heard, tasted, smelled and touched. Keeping a detailed journal of her experiences led to a book full of photographs that catalogues various aspects of Kuwaiti life and history. The book includes a glossary of Arabic words with a bibliography of the books and articles she read while in Kuwait. Kuwaitis business customs are described as the author had a rare opportunity to attend a diwaniya, something that is usually closed off to women. Kuwaiti hospitality is also detailed, as she was able to visit many homes, some of them on several occasions. The restaurants of Kuwait range from casual to formal, fast food to gourmet, and open to closed – in small rooms along the perimeter of a given establishment. The food varies widely in cuisine, quality and presentation, the most memorable item being one called “Genius Meal” – in homage to American liberators. Their cat, Scheherazade, a Kuwaiti war veteran herself, accompanied Stephanie to Kuwait. An American Woman in Kuwait is also the perfect guide for anyone traveling with a pet in the Middle East. Author: Stephanie C. Fox Kindle Edition: 587 pages Kindle eBook Company: Stephanie C. Fox (2012-03-08) (2012-03-08) List Price: Amazon Price:
Author: Camille Mirepoix
Library Binding: 64 pages Company: HarperCollins Distribution Services (1971-02) ISBN: 0806911336 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $7.25
Paperback:
292 pages
Company: Lynne Rienner Pub (1985-02) ISBN: 0946510059 List Price: $16.95 Amazon Price: $73.50 Used Price: $27.56
Author: Gail Seery
Hardcover: 108 pages Company: Motivate Publishing (1993-11) ISBN: 1873544405 List Price: Amazon Price: $97.03 Used Price: $1.71
Author: Zahra Freeth
Hardcover: 196 pages Company: Allen & Unwin (1972-08-03) ISBN: 0049530089 List Price: Amazon Price: $187.84 Used Price: $23.29
Author: Violet Dickson
Hardcover: 328 pages Company: Allen & Unwin (1971-03-04) ISBN: 0049200321 List Price: Amazon Price: Used Price: $63.81 
Includes extensive up-to-date political, historical and cultural notes; extensive accommodation and restaurant options for all budgets; helpful advice on getting around, including visa information; helpful tips on what to buy and where to buy it; and a useful Arabic language chapter.Author: Gordon Robison, Paul Greenway Paperback: 240 pages Company: Lonely Planet Publications (2000-06) ISBN: 1864501324 List Price: $15.99 Amazon Price: $116.70 Used Price: $3.71 
Nobody knows the Arabian Peninsula like Lonely Planet. Whether it 's exploring the alleyways of Old Muscat, bargaining in Abu Dhabi 's atmospheric souqs, diving in the Red Sea or finding the best spot for a desert safari, we bring you the most extensive coverage of the region. Lonely Planet guides are written by experts who get to the heart of every destination they visit. This fully updated edition is packed with accurate, practical and honest advice, designed to give you the information you need to make the most of your trip. In This Guide: In-depth advice on safe travel in the region Expat chapter packed with insider tips from our resident author Only guidebook to cover every country in the Arabian Peninsula Author: Jenny Walker, Stuart Butler, Andrea Schulte-Peevers, Iain Shearer Paperback: 596 pages Company: Lonely Planet (2010-10-01) ISBN: 1741791456 List Price: $31.99 Amazon Price: $19.45 Used Price: $18.84 |
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