Author : Various
ISBN# : 1 873544 99 5
140 pages, hardback

The pace of Dubai's development over the past few decades have been extraordinary - even judged by the standards of a region fast evolving as the Middle East. For more than a century the city had been a successful trading centre, and its citizens accomplished in the business of import and export. The income that oil and gas brought enabled that existing knowledge and skill to be developed, along with a physical infrastructure and a cosmopolitan way of life that has attracted organisations from around the globe to set up business here, as well as an increasing number of leisure travellers.

Dubai - A Pictorial Tour traces the recent history of the emirate and describes some of the changes that have taken place in what is undoubtedly one of the world's most exciting, vibrant and fast-moving cities.

Dubai - A Pictorial Tour brings together the talents of a number of photographers. Through their preceptive eyes - combined with their knowledge of, and obvious affection for the country they have portrayed - the book offers a fascinating insight into the emirate.

In 150 keenly observed images, together making up a vivid mosaic of this intriguing area, they reveal Dubai's rich variety of landscapes, architecture, activities and people. A photographic essay accompanied by an informative commentary, Dubai - A Pictorial Tour takes the reader on a pleasantly instructive journey through the emirate.

From its picturesque creek to silence of the desert, from the traditional Arab neighbourhoods to hi-tech high-rises, and from the excitement of world-class sporting events to the timeless tradition of the Gulf, Dubai - A Pictorial Tour takes the reader on a photographic journey around the emirate. In 150 images, Dubai's top photographers have captured the essence of a city proud of its heritage, yet one which plays a leading role in the economic development of the region.