An index of grammatical structures, a glossary, an index and appendices of specialized vocabulary, social expressions, gestures, and Saudi names are included.

Saudi Arabic Basic Course (Hippocrene Language Studies)

Nydell, Margaret K.

Reference

Hippocrene Books

Perhaps now more than ever, Margaret Nydell's Understanding Arabs is a must-read. The fifth edition of this classic introduction to Arab culture has been completely revised and updated to help readers understand the complex issues playing out on the world stage such as the Arab Spring. Understanding Arabs: A Contemporary Guide to Arab Society is a handbook accessible to everyone. Written by the highly esteemed linguist, Margaret Nydell, the book promotes understanding between modern-day Arabs and Westerners without pushing a political agenda.

Understanding Arabs: A Contemporary Guide to Arab Society

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Relationships

Intercultural Press

Natl Book Network

The definitive guide to understanding Arab culture for three decades. For nearly three decades, diplomats, students, business people and governments have relied on Dr. Margaret Nydell's seminal work as the essential guide to comprehending an immensely varied culture. Covering all aspects of Arab life, from religion and society to social norms and communication styles, this all-encompassing guide reveals what the often misunderstood Arab culture is really like. Each chapter, including the examples, all statistics and charts, and each country overview has been extensively updated to reflect current events. This candid and readable guide for non-specialists promotes understanding between modern-day Arabs and Westerners without pushing a political agenda. It beautifully captures the contrasts and characteristics of a great, largely misunderstood civilization and brings them vividly to life. This highly anticipated sixth edition features completely new material in the following sections: <ul>
<li> Introduction: "Patterns of Change," </li>
<li> Chapter 5, "Men and Women" - changes in women's rights </li>
<li> Chapter 11, "Islamic Fundamentalism," and the inclusion of ISIS </li>
<li> Chapter 12, "Anti-Americanism," including implications for Europe </li>
<li> Chapter 13, "Arabs and Muslims in the West" </li>
<li> Chapters 14, 15, and 16, "Arab Countries" 
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Understanding Arabs, 6th Edition: A Contemporary Guide to Arab Society

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Nicholas Brealey

Examines Arab beliefs, values, and perceptions and compares them to those of the Western world, discusses contemporary Arab-Western relations, and explores recent patterns of change that have influenced the Arab world.

Understanding Arabs: A Guide for Westerners (The Interact Series)

UNKNO

Now more than ever, Margaret Nydell's book Understanding Arabs is a must-read.The fourth edition of this classic introduction to Arab culture has been completely revised and updated to help readers understand the complex issues playing out on the world stage. Understanding Arabs: A Guide for Modern Times is a handbook accessible to everyone. Written by the highly esteemed academic Margaret Nydell, the book promotes understanding between modern-day Arabs and Westerners without pushing a political agenda. Updated to include the complex global issues going on today, new chapters include information about Islamic Fundamentalism, anti-Americanism and an updated and expanded chapter on Arabs and Muslims in the West. Contents A Message From the Authors Map of the Arab World Preface Introduction: Patterns of Change 1 Beliefs and Values 2 Friends and Strangers 3 Emotion and Logic 4 Getting Personal 5 Men and Women 6 Social Formalities and Etiquette 7 The Social Structure 8 The Role of the Family 9 Religion and Society 10 Communicating with Arabs 11 Islamic Fundamentalism (Islamism) 12 Anti-Americanism 13 Arabs and Muslims in the West 14 The Arab Countries: Similarities and Differences Conclusion Appendix: The Arabic Language End Notes Bibliography and References Index About the Author

Understanding Arabs: A Guide for Modern Times

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Saudi Arabic Basic Course (Hippocrene Language Studies)

Understanding Arabs: A Contemporary Guide to Arab Society

Understanding Arabs: A Contemporary Guide to Arab Society

Understanding Arabs, 6th Edition: A Contemporary Guide to Arab Society

Understanding Arabs: A Guide for Westerners (The Interact Series)

Understanding Arabs: A Guide for Modern Times