THE ROAD TO MECCA

“A very rare and powerful book, raised completely above the ordinary by its candor and intelligence.. And what we gain is a cultural reorientation which should permanently affect our view of the world.” New lbrk Post l “[This] book is one which has burst with strange and compelling authority upon the small fratemity of Westerners who know Arabia. . .. helpful to all who would achieve a more accurate understanding of the Arabs and their lands.” Christian Science M0m’t0‘r “A narrative of great power and beauty… [Asad’s] knowledge of Middle Eastern peoples and of their problems is profound.” Tinws Literary Supplement “An extraordinary spiritual autobiography… [It] combines the adventure and scenic beauty of a good travel book,.. and a deeply thoughtful account one man’s findings his own path.” Book of the Month Club News, New York “A unique book. Its haunting overtones will linger in the memory.” New Kfik Herald Tribune ~