num_pages: 329
description: In his long and distinguished career in the Arab world, Glencairn Balfour Paul witnessed momentous changes in the region. Bagpipes in Babylon describes the colorful experiences of his working life including a face-to-face meeting with the young Saddam Hussein, his acquaintance with Wilfred Thesiger, his friendship in Beirut with Kim Philby, and his close relations with King Hussein of Jordan. 
language: English
title: Bagpipes in Babylon: A Lifetime in the Arab World and Beyond
publisher: I.B.Tauris