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News Organizations in Qatar

The library has several books on Qatar, including these:

Qatar by Tamra Orr
Call Number: 953.63 ORR
ISBN: 0761425667
Publication Date: 2007
Provides comprehensive information on the geography, history, governmental structure, economy, environment, culture, religion, language, and food of Qatar.
Hidden in the Sands - English by Frances Gillespie; Faisal Al-Naimi
Call Number: 953.63 GIL
ISBN: 9781909339064
Publication Date: 2013
Explores the history and culture of ancient Qatar and examines archaeological sites, including the pearl trading town of Al Zubara.

Old pictures from Qatar
These pictures were given to the school by Saleh Ali Al-Marri, a Qatar History Day guest in 2013.

The originals of these pictures are property of Saleh Ali Al-Marri.

Charlie Rose's interview with the Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

Aired: October 29, 2017

Christiane Amanpour's full, exclusive interview with the Emir of Qatar, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

Aired: September 25, 2014

Country Reports
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These databases both have sections on Qatar.

Culturegrams This link opens in a new window
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You must use the World Edition to find Qatar.

Published September 25, 2017

He visited in 1971. YouTube video published on November 9, 2013.

His statements in 1971. YouTube video published June 4, 2016.

Use Webpath Express to find teacher-recommended websites through the Destiny library catolog.

Qatar by Diana Untermeyer; Henry Dallal (Photographer)
Call Number: 953.63 UNT
ISBN: 9781936474042
Publication Date: 2012-01-20
Qatar occupies a thumb of land that extends off the Arabian Peninsula into the Persian Gulf. This nation, though small in size, represents more than a strategic geographical location-it is uniquely beautiful and culturally rich.
The History of Qatari Architecture, 1800-1950 by Ibrahim Jaidah (Editor); Malika Bourennane (Editor)
Call Number: 953.63 JAI
ISBN: 9788861307933
Publication Date: 2010-05-04
The first book to examine the geographical, historical, and functional aspects of architecture in Qatar. The history of Qatari architecture from old cities and villages to public buildings and domestic spaces. Highly recommended for both public and academic libraries.