PLEKHANOV, SERGEY - A Reformer on the Throne: Sultan Qaboos Bin Said Al SaidLondon: Trident Press Ltd, 2004. First Edition. Hardcover. ISBN: 1900724707. pp. 280. Many colour and black and white photos. "Painting a portrait of Sultan Qaboos against the rich historical backdrop of this intriguing country and of the ruling dynasty that has governed Oman for more than 250 years, Sergey Plekhanov unveils the advantages of political institutions that are based on cultural and religious traditions and their capacity to answer the challenges of the twenty-first century. But this is not merely an historical and political treatment as Sultan Qaboos' multi-faceted personality, ranging from experienced politician and benevolent leader to music-lover is also explored." - dust jacket. Book clean, bright and unmarked with negligible wear. Very light wear to dust jacket now preserved in archival-grade Brodart. An excellent copy.; 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall; Sultan Qaboos bin Said Al Said, Oman - Politics, Sultan of Oman, Oman - History. Fine in Very Good dust jacket . USD 395.00 [Appr.: EURO 339.75 | £UK 294.5 | JP¥ 58569] Book number 342h5490is offered by:
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