Middle East

[close] I don't expect my group to be an overnight success, but thing is, I doubt I'm only Saudi Non-National living in this country *cough*I see more filipinos and indians than Saudis*cough* So, let's get all us traveling crazies in one place to talk about the things no one else gets and use our arabic slang no one else understands like "Inshalla" and "Mishwar" and "Yulla, habibi! You stupid, we're late!"

[close] A book club for book lovers who reside in Qatar!

[close] Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. - George Santayana - This reading group will explore the realm of world history ranging from the cradle of civilization around 10,000 BCE to the present. It will focus on books covering specific time periods, places, people, games, food, geography, literature, navigation, warfare, art, architecture, science, poetry, drama, epics, trade, languages, mythology, archaeology, religion and much more. The works will be selected by active members through monthly polls. Hopefully this journey will be enriching and strongly inspired by the muse of history.

[close] This book club originated in 2008 out of the Arab Center of Washington, a non-profit organization working in Washington State to foster deeper understanding of and appreciation for the rich and vibrant Arab culture and its cultural contributions. We read books by Arab authors or about Arab culture.