Middle East Travel Writing, History & Archeology
In the early 20th century, Harry St. John Philby, a British explorer and writer, embarked on a journey that would take him deep into the heart of the Arabian Peninsula, specifically to Riyadh, the capital of what is now known as Saudi Arabia. His observations and experiences during this expedition were meticulously documented in his … Read more
In the annals of Arabian exploration and adventure, the name H. St. John B. Philby stands as a prominent chapter. His memoir, “Arabian Days,” is a captivating account of a life steeped in the complexities of the Arabian Peninsula. It offers readers an intimate glimpse into a world that is both distant and enigmatic, but … Read more
In the diverse tapestry of Arabia, a land where the timeless and the contemporary converge in a harmonious paradox, St John Philby embarked on an odyssey of exploration and intrigue. Philby, an astute chronicler and participant in the unfolding drama of Arabian history, set his gaze upon a region where the past met the present … Read more
St. John Philby, a distinguished British civil servant, possessed a unique vantage point to analyse the development of modern Arabia. His unparalleled perspective stems from two decades of living in the heart of Arabia, coupled with his deep connections with both the British government and the influential Arabian leader and eventual King of Saudi Arabia … Read more