Muscat

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Hardcover halbleinen mit Schutzumschlag im Schuber + Extraschuber mit Beilagen: 86 grafische Abbildungen, teils farbig, davon 13 in Übergröße zum Ausklappen; 5 Tabellen, 95 Fotos, davon 86 farbig. Beilagen in Extra-Schuber: 8 Luftbilder s/w mit Begleittext (39,6 x 20 cm) und 6 große geographische Karten, teils farbig (64 x 46 cm). Limitierte Auflage. Muscat, located on the south-eastern edge of the Arabian Peninsula, has a rich and complex history shaped by Omani tradition and external influences. The 1970s marked a significant transformation under Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, leading to Muscat's evolution from a small coastal town to a modern metropolitan area. This book chronicles Muscat's historical progression, focusing on the remarkable expansion and construction that began in the 1970s. It showcases how Muscat has maintained its unique character amidst modernization, distinguishing itself from northern cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Professor Fred Scholz, a Geography educator at Freie Universität Berlin, has dedicated decades to researching Oman, particularly Muscat, since 1970. His extensive field studies have resulted in numerous publications. This work is especially meaningful to Scholz, who has cherished Muscat since childhood, and it is dedicated to the citizens of Muscat and Oman for their support throughout his research.