Linking three continents, the cultural area called the Middle East stretches from European Turkey eastward to Afghanistan and westward to Morocco. Its story embraces sweeping invasions, shattering dispersions, and peaceful interminglings. A twentieth of the world's population lives here, and most of them cluster on the thin sheaths of green, stark against the arid desert landscape. Published in July 1972, this map accompanied the article "The Sword and the Sermon."
This beautiful relief map of the Middle East contains a wealth of information about its diverse population. It includes compelling illustrations and details about the history, religions, languages, trades, and lifestyles of the region's inhabitants. From the Druze - or the "Sword of Syria" to the Crusaders - to the nomadic Bedouin and Qashqai, this map offers a detailed look into the lives of the many cultures that call this land, rich in history, home. Their traditional dress, though now frequently given way to Western garb, serves as a proclamation of group identity like a badge.
Ethno-linguistic groups are identified through different colors, and featured on the map to give a complete picture of the peoples of the Middle East. The presence of Indo-European, Caucasic, Altaic, Afro-Asiatic and other groups demonstrate just how much of a nexus between worlds the Middle East has been and continues to be.
A truly vibrant and unique conversation piece, this map makes a fine companion to any political map of the region.
Printed on polypropylene, an ideal material for wall maps as the printing brings out rich colours, and crisp edges for readability. The material is stronger than most papers and unlikely to crease or rip. The matte finish eliminates glare, and adds texture to the map. Ideal for display.
Your map is rolled and packaged in a sturdy tube to protect it during shipment.
