Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of Arabia Felix or Yemen: From the Commencement of the Christian Era to the Present Time, Including an Account of the British Settlement of Aden"" is a historical book written by Robert Lambert Playfair. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the Arabian Peninsula, specifically Yemen, from the beginning of the Christian era to the mid-19th century. It covers the political, social, and economic developments of the region, including the rise of Islam, the Ottoman Empire's rule, and the British colonization of Aden. The book is divided into chapters that cover different periods of Yemen's history, starting with the pre-Islamic era and the ancient kingdoms of Sheba and Himyar. It then moves on to the Islamic period, the rule of the Rasulid dynasty, and the Ottoman Empire's occupation. The book also covers the Yemeni tribes' resistance against foreign occupation and their struggle for independence.In addition to the historical accounts, the book also provides a detailed description of the British settlement of Aden, which became an important port and trading center in the region. Playfair discusses the challenges faced by the British in establishing their presence in Aden and the various political and economic developments that occurred during their rule.Overall, ""A History of Arabia Felix or Yemen"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Arabian Peninsula, providing a detailed account of the region's political, social, and economic developments from the ancient kingdoms to the modern era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
