The Jordanians - by Kamel Abu Jaber (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

First published in 1980, The Jordanians presents historical and statistical data as well as an entertaining and witty narrative that treats the reader to a peek into the Middle Eastern cultural heritage, its diversity and humanity. It shows why even after drastically changing their lifestyles to keep up with the world around them, the Arabs still cling to their traditions of humanity, compassion and hospitality.

This second edition, republished on the occasion of the 100th year of establishment of Jordan, includes a new foreword by economist and former Minister Dr. Yusuf Mansur, a new introduction, and never before seen restored pictures of Jordan during its early years as well as updated statistics.

Review Quotes

"Wedding facts to poetics, Dr. Kamel Abu Jaber reveals the special qualities of Jordan and its people... Still amazingly relevant after over forty years."-- The Jordan Times

About the Author

Dr. Kamel S. Abu Jaber (1932-2020) received his PhD from Syracuse University and did a postdoctoral program in Oriental studies at Princeton University. Following an academic career in the United States, he returned to Jordan to pursue an extensive academic career as Professor of Political Science and Dean of the College of Economics & Commerce at the University of Jordan. He also assumed a political career becoming Minister of Economy in 1973, Minister of Foreign Affairs in 1991, heading the joint Jordanian-Palestinian delegation to the Madrid Peace Conference.