Handsome large-format fold-out map of the Middle East illustrating the area's peoples and cultures.

• This map is lithographed in full color on two sides and opens to a generous 23" x 36".



• It was prepared by the National Geographic Society, noted for its highly detailed and attractive cartography.



• The coverage area extends from Libya to Afghanistan, including the present-day countries of Bahrain, Cyprus, Djibouti, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Palestinian Territory, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.



• A table lists ethno-linguistic groups, and among the peoples described on the map are the Hazara, Pashtun, Bedouin, Druze, Jew, Persian, Kurd, Lur, Turk, and more.



• The reverse side of the map narrates the history of the region, with inset maps, including the Holy Land today.



• The map was published as a supplement to the July 1972 issue of National Geographic Magazine. It folds to approximately 6" x 9" and has a handsome illustration on the cover.



• Condition:  This map is in very good condition, bright and clean, with no marks, rips, or tears. Please see the scans and feel free to ask any questions.



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