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Arab Culture

A Community of Many Worlds
Information on an interesting exhibit in New York city.
Fairuz: Legendary Voice of Lebanon
Essay and links to biographical info on Lebanese songstress Fairuz.
Alternative News Sources on the Middle East(Part 2)
News sources from the Middle East
Alternative News Sources on the Middle East
Provides news sources for people wanting to read more in-depth or alternative news on the Middle East.
Books, Books, and More Books
Books on or by Arabs and Arab-Americans.
Arab-Americans in TV and Film
Discusses Arab-American characters in TV and film and provides two excellent resources on the subject.
CyberSouq ( Part 2)
This article is continued from the previous one.
Cyber-Souq: The Arabic Marketplace Online
Overview of Arabic stores online with links to general and speciality stores for Arabic products.
Women Artists: Sudan and Egypt
Spotlight on artists from Sudan and Egypt, info and links to learn more and view their work.
An Arab-American's Thoughts on America's Tragedy
An Arab-American's thoughts on the attack on America, and it's aftermath.
Arab Women in the Visual Arts: Palestine
Spotlight on Arab women visual artists from Palestine. The first of a series of introductions to the variety of work from a variety of Arab countries.
Arabic Cuisine (Part 2)
More recipes for my favorite Arabic food, and links to sites with more recipes and ingredients for these dishes.
Arabic Cuisine (Part 1)
Recipes for some of my favorite Arabic food.
Reflection, and Some Resources
Reflections on letters to the editor and a few resources.
Remembering Abdel Halim Hafeth
Introduction to a great Egyptian singer. Also provides links to learn more about his life and listen to his songs.
The Arab World in Our Living Rooms
Arabic satellite channels, a brief review of what's available.
Omar Mukhtar-- Teacher Turned Freedom Fighter (part 2)
Conclusion of previous article.
Omar Mukhtar--Teacher Turned Freedom Fighter (Part 1)
Part 1: Libyan hero who led the resistance against the Italian forces occupying Libya.
Voices From the Homeland (Part Two)
More samples of Palestinian poetry (continued from part one)
Voices From the Homeland (Part One)
A look at Palestinian poetry from pre-1948 (1930's) on.
Arabic Coffee: Taste, Tradition, and Preparation
Brief description with links to stores where Arabic coffee can be purchased and to information on how to prepare it.
Palestinians and the Return Home (Part 2)
PART TWO: The Palestinian perspective on returning home. Also includes information on a related upcoming event.
Palestinians and the Return Home (Part 1)
PART ONE: The Palestinian perspective on returning home.
Arabic/Islamic Calligraphy: Treasure for the Eyes and Soul (#2)
Part 2: Introduces Arabic/Islamic calligraphy as an art and a religious expression. Also provides links to sites where the artwork can be viewed or purchased.
Arabic/Islamic Calligraphy: Treasure for the Eyes and Soul (#1)
Part 1 : Introduces Arabic/Islamic calligraphy as an art and a religious expression. Also provides links to sites where the artwork can be viewed or purchased.
"Grape Leaves": A Book Review
A book review of Grape Leaves: A Century of Arab-American Poetry
"Ummi": A Tribute to Arab Moms (Part 2)
Part 2 : Words from Arabs across North America on the subject of their mom
"Ummi": A Tribute to Arab Moms (Part 1)
Words from Arabs across North America on the subject of their mom.
Kathem Al Saher: Arabic Folk Musician's Songs & Lyrics
A short biography of Iraqi songwriter and singer Kathem Al Saher, focusing on his musical style and the inspiration for his lyrics
Arabic Music 101 (Part Two)
Part Two of a two part article: Brief introduction to Arabic music with links to music sites, sites on Arabic performers, and other information on Arabic music.
Traditional Arabic Musical Instruments: Oud, Shababa, Tableh, Duff, Qanan, and Rababa
Part One of a two part article: Brief introduction to Arabic music with links to music sites, sites on Arabic performers, and other information on Arabic music.
Arabs on the Internet
A guide, and description of the ways the Internet can be used by Arabs, or anyone interested in the Arab culture and people.
(Part 2) Gibran and Rihani: Two of Lebanon's Best Thinkers
Focusing on Ameen Rihani, this is the second part of an article on two of the Arab Worlds best poets/writers and social/political thinkers,
(Part 1) Gibran and Rihani: Two of Lebanon's Best Thinkers
Focusing on Khalil Gibran, this is part 1 of an article on two of the Arab Worlds best poets/writers and social/political thinkers.
An Arab-American New Year's Wish
A collection of my wishes for the New Year, and that of other Arab-Americans across the United States.
Palestinian Weddings -- American vs. Traditional (Part 2)
Part 2 of a description of Palestinian weddings. This article focuses on the traditional wedding.
Palestinian Weddings-- American vs. Traditional (Part 1)
This is the first part of a two part article describing two Palestinian weddings; a modern Palestinian-American wedding, and the traditional villager wedding of yesterday.
Palestinian Poet Mahmoud Darwish
A brief biography and some poems from Palestinian poet Mahmoud Darwish.
Umm Kalthoum--Legendary Voice of the Arab World
Covers the popularity and life of Egyptian songstress Umm Kalthoum.
Arab-Americans and Schools
Discusses the need for a better representation of Arabs and the Arab culture in the schools.
Arabian Folktales and Storytelling
Some information on Arabic story telling, particularly in Palestinian society, and some samples of Arabic folktales.
Fatimah "Az-Zahraa": A Very Special Daughter
This article is about the daughter of prophet Muhammed (pbuh), her special relationship with her father, and the marked contrast it bears to the feelings about daughters in the pre-Islamic era among Arabs.
Survey on Perceptions of Arab Americans
The results of a survey on Perceptions of Arab Americans.
Noted Arab-Americans: The Military, Politics & Social Activism
This is the first of a number of articles on the contributions of Arabs. The area of focus here is noted Arab- Americans in the military, politics, and activism.
Arab Americans: Past and Present
Some brief facts about Arab Americans, including early immigration, ancestry and population centers of Americans of Arab heritage.
Arabic Food and Arab Hospitality
This article discusses Arabic food and the meaning of Arab hospitality.
My Turn: Shedding Light on the Arab-American Experience
This is an introductory article discussing the lack of awareness in the United States on the Arab culture and people, and the need to remove the negative images of Arabs that continue to exist.