From Library Journal
The Lebanese are the most polite Arabs, and veteran travel writer Keen warns readers not to be deceived by their seemingly helpful, friendly attitude; they may tell you what you want to hear even if the information is totally erroneous. Maps and oral directions can send you in circles. In this guide, Keen acquaints the unsuspecting tourist with this and other native quirks, as well as lessons in history and geography interspersed throughout the descriptions of ancient and modern ruins, cities, and other tourist sights. Keen suggests itineraries for short trips and lists (without prices) rated restaurants and overnight accommodations. She juxtaposes the new with the old-Tyre, Sidon, Cedars of Lebanon, Tripoli, caves, museums, castles, mosques-and includes practical information on foods, sports, economy, industry, climate, flora, fauna, and holidays. There is also an appended Arabic-English-French-language guide. A most thorough and useful introduction to a relatively new postwar tourist area.
Ann E. Cohen, Rochester P.L., N.Y
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Ann E. Cohen, Rochester P.L., N.Y
Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information, Inc.
