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Biographies and Memoirs
Biographies and Memoirs in the Arabic language, on many different personalities, political, historical, and literary.
| A Man Named Dave (Ar) حكاية رجل اسمه دايف | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9729 By: Dave Pelzer Topic: Autobiography Abstract: Translated to Arabic, the third tale in David Pelzer's amazing autobiographical trilogy. The first two told of his experiences living as a victim of child abuse, this book talks about his experiences as an adult, trying to cope and survive. | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| al A'zal (Ar) الأعزل | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7849 By: Hamza al Hassan Topic: Autobiography Abstract: An autobiography in the Arabic language. By: Hamza al Hassan | |
$8.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Al Hjrah Nahu al-A'ms | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 8053 By: Abdul Sattar Nasser Topic: Writings Abstract: A beautiful and fun book to read, but hard to actually classify. The Iraqi writer hasn't written a novel, more a biography and a collage of events and characters, although the author changed his name to a fictional name in the book. By: Abdul Sattar Nasser | |
$8.25 | See Details or Order > |
| Al Khobz al Hafi الخبز الحافي | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 10940 By: Mohamed Choukri Topic: Autobiography Abstract: "For Bread Alone", in the Arabic, Mohamed Choukri's (1935-2003) classic and moving work, speaking for an entire generation of North Africans, a true document of human desperation. | |
$12.50 | See Details or Order > |
| al Kumidiya al Siyasiyah: Wujuh Fi Mirati الكوميديا السياسية وجوه في مرآتي | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7473 By: Khalil Ahmad Khalil Topic: Autobiography Abstract: The author recounts his life and also talks about major political events that have occurred in various stages of Lebanese history. B/W photos included By: Khalil Ahmad Khalil | |
$30.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Al Yaman Tahta Hukm Al Imam Ahmad 1948-1962 اليمن تحت حكم الإمام أحمد، ١٩٤٨-١٩٦٢ | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 10262 By: Ahmad Ubyad Ibn Daghr Topic: History - 20th Century - Politics - Biography Abstract: The historical look into the life of Imam Ahmad of Yemen from 1948 to 1962. | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Anis Sayigh an Anis Sayigh أنيس صايغ عن أنيس صايغ | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7883 By: Anis Sayigh Topic: Autobiography Abstract: A simple and spontaneous autobiography, a summing up since mid-last century, by the well- known Palestinian writer. By: Anis Sayigh | |
$22.50 | See Details or Order > |
| Awdat Al Nabad عودة النبض: مذكرات الدكتور ربيز | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 10506 By: Nawal Najm Topic: Memoir - Biography Abstract: Exclusive memoir of Dr. George Rabiz. | |
$9.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Beirut Madinati Muzakarat بيروت مدينتي مذكرات | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11819 By: Bassam Abu Sharif Topic: Memoirs-Politics-History Abstract: "Beirut My City, Memoirs" | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Biography of Leon Trotsky, 1879 - 1940, (3 Vol) | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9449 By: Isaac Deutscher Topic: Biography Abstract: A comprehensive essay on Russian revolutionary, Leon Trotsky. His life (1879 - 1940) and his work for his beliefs and thoughts. By: Isaac Deutscher | |
$65.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Che غيفارا | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11683 By: Che Guevara Topic: Memoirs/Writings/Poetry/Politics Abstract: This book contains info on Che as well as some of his writings and poems, includes photographs. | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Confessions of a Master Jewel Thief (Ar) إعترافات لص مجوهرات محترف | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6690 By: Bill Mason, Lee Gruenfeld Topic: Memoir Abstract: Fascinating true-life adventures of jewel thief Mason, who had a long and successful career. By: Bill Mason, Lee Gruenfeld | |
$17.95 | See Details or Order > |
| Dalai Lama (Ar) الدالاي لاما | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9860 By: Myaing Shaya Topic: Biography Abstract: In the Arabic langauge, a biography of the Dalai Lama, as a man, monk, and spiritual leader. | |
$25.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Decisions: My Life in Politics (Ar) قرارات مصيرية - حياتي في دهاليز السياسة | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7273 By: Gerhard Schroeder Translator: Nasser Alarwaz Topic: Memoir Abstract: Decisions: My Life in Politics' - Memoirs of former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder's memoir on his life in politics, here translated to the Arabic language. | |
$35.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Doula al Ithaa'a دولة الإذاعة | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7762 By: Ibrahim al Zubaidi Topic: Memoir Abstract: State Radio; Biography of the Iraqi Vistas 1956-1974 - A Memoir in the Arabic language. Includes black and white photographs from the time period. By: Ibrahim al Zubaidi | |
$12.75 | See Details or Order > |
| Eaten by the Wolf (Naji al Ali Life) (Ar) أكلة الذئب!! | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7419 By: Shaker al Nabulsi Topic: Biography Abstract: A'klah al Tha'b!! Al Sirah al fniah llrsam Naji al A'li - Eaten by the Wolf - The Artistic Life of Naji al-Ali. Biography of the immortal Palestinian cartoonist. Book contains several of Naji al-Ali's illustrations. By: Shaker al Nabulsi | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Encyclopedia of The Flags of Arab Music: Umm Kulthum (Book + CD) | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9485 By: Izis Fath Allah, Mahmud Kamil Topic: Music Personality - Biography Abstract: The first book in the series 'Encyclopedia of The Flags of Arab Music,' the national project to preserve the heritage of Arabic music. The book contains a thorough review and simplified analysis of Umm Kulthum's career. She is one of the most important flags of Arabic music. Included is a CD of extracts from her work. By: Izis Fath Allah, Mahmud Kamil | |
$35.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Farooq فروق منالميلاد الي الرحيل | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11782 By: Mohamad Salam Topic: Biography Abstract: "Farooq From Birth To Death" the Egyptian King | |
$48.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Grandmother's Secrets (Ar) أسرار جدتي | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6326 By: Rosina-Fawzia al Rawi Topic: Memoir Abstract: Rawi has written a strikingly graceful and original book that blends personal memoir with the history and theory of the dance known in the West as belly dancing. | |
$15.50 | See Details or Order > |
| Harb al A'ajaz حرب العاجز سيرة عائد، سيرة بلد | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 10936 By: Zuhair Algerian Topic: Memoirs Abstract: By the journalist Zuhair Algeria, personal writings on returning to Iraq, looking into the conditions of the country and its people, comparing the past and present, recalling places, friends, relatives… | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Hayati (My Life, Ar) حياتي | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6850 By: Bill Clinton Topic: Biography Abstract: Bill Clinton's biography, here in the Arabic language. | |
$35.00 | See Details or Order > |
| History of King Saud - Tarikh Al Malek Saud (1/3 Box Set) | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6521 By: Dr.Salman Ibn Saud Ibn Abdul Aziz Al Saud Topic: Historical Biography Abstract: A very nice 3 vol. set in attractive box. Biography of King Saud Al Saud by his son Salman. | |
$75.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Hugo (Hugo Chavez Story, Ar) هوغو، قصة هوغو تشافيز | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9700 By: Bart Jones Topic: Biography (Political) Abstract: Hugo!: The Hugo Chavez Story from Mud Hut to Perpetual Revolution', by Newsweek reporter Bart Jones, here translated to the Arabic language. | |
$22.00 | See Details or Order > |
| I'll Be Among The Almonds (Ar) سأكون بين اللوز | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7481 By: Hussein al Barghouthi Topic: Autobiography Abstract: Autobiography of the highly acclaimed Palestinian poet, essayist, and teacher Hussein al Barghouthi (1954-2002), in the Arabic language. | |
$8.00 | See Details or Order > |
| In the Line of Fire: President Pervez Musharraf على خط النار؛ مذكرات برويز مشرف | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9555 By: Pervez Musharraf Topic: Biography - Memoir Abstract: An in-depth reading about the life of Pakistani President, Pervez Musharraf; a written memoir by no other than himself. | |
$30.00 | See Details or Order > |
| King Fuad I: Known & Unknown فؤاد الأول المعلوم والمجهول | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9487 By: Yunan Labib Rizk Topic: Biography Abstract: This book is an objective examination of the unprecedented King Fuad I. By: Yunan Labib Rizk | |
$17.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Kofi Annan (Ar) كوفي أنان رجل سلام في عالم من الحروب | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7611 By: Stanley Meisler Topic: Biography Abstract: Kofi Annan, A Man of Peace In A World of War, here translated to the Arabic language. Traces Annan's very unconventional rise from optimistic student to…full-time manager of the world's crises. B/W Photos included By: Stanley Meisler | |
$24.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Leaving Beirut (Ar) وداعاً بيروت | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6775 By: Mai Ghoussoub Topic: Memoir Abstract: Wadaa'aan Beirout' As a tribute to Mai Ghoussoub, who died suddenly on 17 February 2007, Saqi reprinted her memoir, 'Leaving Beirut' in April 2007, which has been received with critical acclaim. | |
$11.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Less Than An Enemy…(Ar) أقل من عدو أكثر من صديق؛ السيرة الطائرة | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7401 By: Ibrahim Nasrallah Topic: Autobiography Abstract: 'Aqall Min Aduw-- Akthar Min Sadiq: al-Sirah al-Tairah' - Less Than An Enemy..More Than A Friend: The Flying Autobiography. By: Ibrahim Nasrallah | |
$12.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Long Rhythm (Ar) إيقاع المدى - سيرة ذاتية | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7034 By: Mahmoud al Samra Topic: Biography Abstract: Biography by well known academic Mahmoud Al-Samra, detailing his rich experiences throughout his life, in the Arabic language. | |
$13.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Love In a Torn Land (Ar) مغامرة حب في بلاد ممزقة | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11610 By: Jane Sasson, Translator: Fuad Zaitar Topic: Memoir Abstract: Translated to the Arabic, "Love In a Torn Land". Bestselling author Jean Sasson tells the dramatic true story of a young woman caught up in Saddam Hussein's genocide of the Kurdish people of Iraq. | |
$16.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Lutfi Al Haffar (1885-1968) His Life, Memoirs and Times | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6269 By: Salma al Haffar al Kuzbari Topic: Biography Abstract: Biography in the Arabic language. By: Salma al Haffar al Kuzbari | |
$20.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Ma'jam Ash-Shu'ara' | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6193 By: Compiled by: Kamel AlJourbouri Topic: Dictionary, Encyclopedia, Reference Abstract: A huge and comprehensive work, detailed biographies for Arab poets over the span of 800 years. Compiled by: Kamel AlJourbouri | |
$38.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Majmu'a Al Abqariyat Al islamiya | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 5468 By: Akkad Topic: Biography Abstract: Biography in the Arabic language. By: Akkad | |
$38.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Memories-Abdul-Aziz Al-Qassab (Ar) مذكرات عبد العزيز القصاب | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7169 By: Abdul Aziz al Qassab Topic: Memoir Abstract: Memoirs, in the Arabic language - can be read as an important part of contemporary Iraqi history. By: Abdul Aziz al Qassab | |
$17.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Michael Schumacher (Ar) مايكل شوماخر | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 2090 By: Christopher Hilton Topic: Sports Biography (Teenager to Young Adult) Abstract: Inspiring story of the greatest Grand Prix driver of all, translated to the Arabic for the teenager to young adult level. By: Christopher Hilton | |
$12.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Michelle ميسال اوباما | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11821 By: Liza Mundy Topic: Biography Abstract: Michelle Obama A Biography By Liza Mundy | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Mudhakkarati: Madin li-Hirasat al-Mustaqbal (Ar) | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 8155 By: Samir Amin Topic: Memoir Abstract: My Memoirs' Samir Amin's memoirs provide a fascinating insight into the personal and political life of one of the twentieth century's leading radical intellectuals. | |
$16.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Muzakarati مذكراتي | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11792 By: Abdullah Bin Hussein Topic: Memoirs-Biography Abstract: The Memoirs of King Abdullah Bin Hussein | |
$20.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Muzkrati Fi Sejn Al Nisa مذكراتي في سجن النساء | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 4958 By: Nawal Al Saadawi Topic: Memoirs Abstract: Memoirs from the Women's Prison' by Egyptian Nawal Al Saadawi. In meticulous detail and understated language, Saadawi describes nightmarish experiences in a tomb-like women's cell with other political prisoners-both intellectuals and Islamic fundamentalists, when she was imprisoned in 1981. | |
$12.00 | See Details or Order > |
| N. Sparks - Three Weeks With My Brother (Ar) ثلاثة أسابيع مع أخي Out of Stock | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6696 By: Nicholas Sparks, Micah Sparks Topic: Memoir Abstract: A collaboration between brothers, a journal of their travels to exotic places, with personal memories brought to the present by the many sights they see. Translated to the Arabic. By: Nicholas Sparks, Micah Sparks | |
$17.95 | See Details or Order > |
| Nafahaat Atira Fi Seerat | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6429 By: Mohamad Kannas Topic: Biography Abstract: A well done work on the companion of the Prophet's Seera. A good biography on the Sahaba for those who want to be acquainted with them. By: Mohamad Kannas | |
$13.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Nothing & Nobody (Ar) لا شيء لا أحد.. يوميات في الشمال الأوروبي | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7015 By: Farouq Yousef Topic: Memoir Abstract: A Diary of an Arab in Northern Europe. This award-winning book was written by an Iraqi resident in Sweden. By: Farouq Yousef | |
$9.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Persian Girls (Ar) بنات إيران | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7898 By: Nahid Rachlin Topic: Memoir Abstract: Banat Iyran - A lyrical and disturbing memoir by the author, originally published in English, here translated to the Arabic language. By: Nahid Rachlin | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Sanawat al Tayeba السنوات الطيبة | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 10709 By: Shekri Nasrallah Topic: A Diary, Lebanon, with political and government topics Abstract: 'The good years - Unknown Pages from the days of exile in Paris', by Shekri Nasrallah. A Diary. | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Sanawat Ma' Al Khawf Al Iraqi | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6511 By: Hadya Saiid Topic: Memoir Abstract: A memoir of the Iraqi invasion of Kuwait. By: Hadya Saiid | |
$10.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Sanawat Maa Al Malik Faruq | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9458 By: Husayn Husni Topic: Biography Abstract: Written by his personal secretary, Husayn Husni, this book covers the years of King Faruq, with treasureful insights and history which are only known to very few. | |
$14.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Seven Pillars of Wisdom (Ar) لؤرنس العرب : أعمدة الحكمة السبعة | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7059 By: T.E. Lawrence Topic: Biography Abstract: Seven Pillars of Wisdom: A Triumph is the autobiographical account of the experiences of T. E. Lawrence while serving as a liaison officer with rebel forces during the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Turks of 1916 to 1918. In the Arabic language. B/W Photographs | |
$30.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Sharon wa Hamati (Ar) شارون وحماتي - مذكرات رام الله | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 7431 By: Suad al Amri, Translated by Omar Saeed Ayyoubi Topic: Memoir Abstract: Sharon and Hamati - Memoranda of Ramallah' stories told from the aspect of the 2002 daily Israeli invasion of Ramallah, about heroic acts, neighbors, absurdity of everyday life, and barriers and obstructions.. By: Suad al Amri | |
$10.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Shatat Bayrut Mudhakkarat Harb, 1975-1990 شتات بيروت: مذكرات حرب | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 10932 By: Jean Makdisi Topic: Memoir Abstract: In the Arabic, "Beirut Fragments: A War Memoir" by Jean Said Makdisi. As riviting and touching now as when it was originally published in 1990, when it was selected as the New York Times Book Review Notable Book of the Year. | |
$14.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Siret Omr Ajhadahu Al Samt | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6504 By: Ibraheem Topic: Memoir Abstract: A collection of short expositions on his experiences with various people. By: Ibraheem | |
$7.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Sultan Mahmud Ghazni, His Life and Era (Ar) | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6798 By: Muhammad Nazim Topic: Biography Abstract: 'Al Sultan Mahmud Al Ghazni' (971-1030 CE) - A historical biography of the first ruler to carry the title Sultan. 'Mahmud Ghazni; His Life and Era', in the Arabic language. By: Muhammad Nazim | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Thamana Abtal Min Al Arab ثمانية من ابطال العرلاب | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11704 By: Qudri Qalaji Topic: Biographies-History Abstract: This book takes a look at the lives of eight different heroes of the Arab world. | |
$14.00 | See Details or Order > |
| The Blue Light | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6162 By: Hussein Al-Barghouthi Topic: Biography or Memoir Abstract: An Autobiography by Hussein al-Barghouthi, in the Arabic language By: Hussein Al-Barghouthi | |
$9.00 | See Details or Order > |
| The Murder of Princess Diana مقتل الاميرة ديانا: ظهور الحقيقة وراء الاغتيال الابرز في القرن العشرين | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 9551 By: Noel Botham Topic: Biography Abstract: An eclectic book which argues that the death of Princess Diana was not accidental, examining events and circumstances surrounding the car accident and the subsequent investigation. By: Noel Botham | |
$14.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Thikrayat Ali Al-Tantawi (8 vol) | |
Hardcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 8217 By: Ali al Tantawi Topic: Autobiography Abstract: Recollections of Ali Tantawi - As noted by Ali Tantawi this is a collection of recollections and not memoirs as he does not have the documents to back up memoirs. Accordingly he requests his readers to keep diaries, especially of their thoughts. | |
$75.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Trance Formation of America (Ar) غيبوبة الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 6528 By: Cathy O'Brien with Mark Phillips Topic: Biography Abstract: Biography in the Arabic language. By: Cathy O'Brien with Mark Phillips | |
$15.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Yusuf Shahine يوسف شاهين نظرة الطفل وقبضة المتمرد | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 11817 By: Ibrahim Al Aris Topic: Biography-Art Abstract: "Yusuf Shahine: A Look At The Child And The Hands Of A Rebel", this book provides the first comprehensive analysis creative work of film maker Yusuf Shahin. | |
$18.00 | See Details or Order > |
| Zakriat Al Adab Wa Al Hub ذكريات الأدب و الحب | |
Softcover ~ Arabic ~ Product Code: 4994 By: Suhail Idris Topic: Autobiography Abstract: Memories of Love and Literature' - autobiography by the Lebanese writer Suhail Idris | |
$8.00 | See Details or Order > |
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