The History Book Club discussion

This thread focuses on country of Bahrain.

Since we are doing the Middle Eastern challenge; setting up one thread per Middle Eastern country is a good idea.

Bahrain

by Robert Cooper (no photo)

Synopsis on Goodreads:

Diversity is the spice of life, and the highly regarded Cultures of the World series celebrates just that in fully updated, and expanded editions. As has always been true of these outstanding titles, an abundance of vibrant photographs -- including those new to this edition -- stimulate the imaginations of young readers as they travel the globe. A new chapter on the environment focuses on politics and economics as well as on endangered species and the effects of industrialization. Additional authentic recipes add general interest while new maps offer further, easy-to-find facts in "About the Geography, " "About the Culture" and "About the Economy" section

That looks rather interesting, think I'll read that. Thanks Libby

Thank you Libby for all of these wonderful adds.

And there is the image - terrific. Wow - what is going on in the Middle East - total civil rioting and destruction - certainly not peaceful.

Thank you Libby

Very nice Teri

National Geographic 2014 Megastructures World Trade Centre Bahrain HD



This is an interesting youtube video about a green sky scraper. It is too bad more of these kinds of building are not being built.

http://youtu.be/PzbXJR8Sl8Y

More:
Skyscraper powered by wind
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/na...
http://www.worldwatch.org/node/5489
http://www.archinomy.com/case-studies...

Green Architecture:

by James Wines (no photo)

by Philip Jodidio (no photo)

by Neil B. Chambers

Discussion Topic:

What are your thoughts about Green Architecture and the looks of this building?

Thank you for all of the posts in the Middle Eastern folder

In Bahrain, Arabs and Jews Gather (and Dance) at a Hanukkah Celebration
By RUSSELL GOLDMAN\DEC. 27, 2016



Orthodox Jews in black coats and skullcaps danced with Arabs in flowing robes and checkered kaffiyehs at a Hanukkah celebration over the weekend in Bahrain, a Muslim-majority monarchy whose king has sanctioned celebrations of the Jewish holiday.

Video of the celebration, which included a Jewish delegation giving a large silver menorah to Arab dignitaries and members of both groups dancing together, appeared on Monday on YouTube, where many commenters lauded the multicultural celebration.

Remainder of Article:
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/27/wor...

Source: The New York Times

Video: https://youtu.be/FNKF6nG1zvk

Note: Very nice to see folks getting along in the world from different faiths - refreshing

More:

by Frederic P. Miller (no photo)