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Arabs in Tent and Town
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AnthropologyGeneral Middle EastGeneral Middle Eastern History
ISBN13: 9781025282909
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.13
Height: 0.76 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Arabs in Tent and Town is an immersive and detailed ethnographic study of Arab life in the early twentieth century, written by the seasoned traveler and researcher Adela Goodrich-Freer. Based on years of residence and observation, this work provides a fascinating window into the social structures, daily traditions, and domestic habits of both the nomadic Bedouin and the settled urban populations of the Middle East.
The narrative explores a wide range of topics, including tribal laws, marriage customs, childcare, religious practices, and the intricate etiquette of hospitality. Goodrich-Freer offers a sympathetic and scholarly perspective, capturing a period of transition in the Levant and Palestine. Her observations on the flora, fauna, and geography of the region complement her sociological insights, making this a comprehensive account of a culture deeply rooted in tradition. For readers interested in Middle Eastern history, anthropology, and classic travel literature, Arabs in Tent and Town remains a valuable and evocative record of a world seen through the eyes of an observant Western woman during the Mandate era.
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