Description:This revised edition of the Historical Dictionary of Saudia Arabia provides essential data and guidance on the modern development of the country, as well as on its origins, traditions, and history.Recently updated to cover developments that have occurred since 1993, the entries define:o Geographic featureso Leading personalitieso Families and tribeso Cities and regionso Arabic words and phraseso Islamic terminology and ritualsFully cross-referenced and supplemented by maps, genealogical charts, extensive chronology, and bibliography.