Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, InterContinental, Dubai Festival City, Dubai UAE

Don't miss out on a lively panel discussion with author Alexander McNabb this February 2025.
Join expat author Alexander McNabb for an insightful discussion on his new book, 'The Children of the Seven Sands'. In this upcoming non-fiction, McNabb takes us on a journey through the UAE’s rich and complex history, from its early role as the land of Magan in ancient trade networks to its emergence as a modern nation.
Tracing 130,000 years of survival in one of the world’s harshest environments, he explores the region’s pivotal role in the rise of civilisation, the development of pre-Islamic cities, and the seafaring legacy that shaped global trade.
With over 35 years of expatriate experience in the Middle East, McNabb offers a unique perspective on how this small desert region went from ancient copper traders to the founding of the UAE in 1971.