Edge of Arabia

by Ahmed Mater

This seminal book sheds new light on the thriving arts scene in Saudi Arabia. At its heart are in-depth, illustrated profiles of Saudi's leading contemporary artists, whose courage and originality have opened a rare window into one of the world's most fascinating cultures. Among those featured are Shadia and Raja Alam, sisters who in 2011 were the first Saudis to represent their country at the Venice Biennale; Abdulnasser Gharem, a conceptual pioneer...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1861543239
• ISBN13: 9781861543233
• Release Date: May 2012
• Publisher: Booth-Clibborn Editions
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 4.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 10.2" x 12.2"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary