Reseña del libro "Don't Sell Grain to a Bird on Credit: And More Arab Proverbs (en Inglés)"
"If you are seeking deeper cultural understanding and a window into the Arab mind, Stephen McGrane's book is a balanced and delightful guided tour laced with the fragrances, textures, and tastes of an Arab bazaar. You can sample this collection of proverbial delights and experience all of the flavor without the heaviness of more traditional narratives. McGrane's choice of Arab proverbs delivers quick snapshots of cultural intimacy in an easily digestible little package that is fun to read and yet immensely satisfying." -Ilario Pantano Author, conservative commentator, and Marine veteran of Desert Storm and Iraq "This book is a comprehensive collection of simple and common Arab proverbs that will be of interest to anyone in our global society. Stephen McGrane did a great job of gathering proverbs from all the regions of the Arab world." -Salam Al-Manasir, MD Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE "As the world becomes increasingly 'flat, ' Stephen McGrane's follow-up book on Arab proverbs is recommended for business leaders seeking to do business in the region and is a conversation starter." -Binh Q. Tran, Ph.D. Assistant Dean, School of Engineering, Catholic University of America "Proverbs are a key part of Arabic culture, and Stephen McGrane did a wonderful job of collecting and interpreting them, giving readers a unique insight into the rich lives and heritage of the Arab people." -Mike Hawa, MBA Diageo Plc, Dubai, UAE "Stephen McGrane did not let 'haste make waste' from Volume 1: Trust in God but Tie Your Camel to producing Volume 2: Don't Sell Grain to a Bird on Credit. His impressive collection of Arab proverbs continues to provide a vehicle for more people to have a greater chance to learn about the beautiful Arab culture through this collection of simple, honest, and funny concrete sayings." -Richard Schuttler, Ph.D. International public speaker and best-selling author
