Having viewed with curious eyes the dramatic transformation of Abu Dhabi from a small coastal settlement to a modern capital and thriving centre for commerce and trade, Noor Ali Rashid has uniquely framed the fascinating progress of the emirate in pictures and is often revered by many as the 'Sheikh of Photographers'. His photograhic collection poignantly records times past in a land that has e…
This book presents a stunning selection of his magnificent colour and black and white photographs, most of which are being published for the first time. Accompanied by fascinating extracts from the author's diaries and by his personal recollections of the time, they vividly convey the spirit and atmosphere of Abu Dhabi at mid-century
This book gives a brief description of the major features of the city's history, heritage and progress. ...This new edition seeks to emphasize the commitment of the United Arab Emirates and its leaders to linking the present with the past, thereby building a strong formulations for a properous future