Breadcrumbs ![9 Coffee Table Books That Capture The Middle East’s Spirit](https://media.sheerluxe.me/TkQ4TT1FewymthzJ14Jkl7CP3eM=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.me%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe-me%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F04%2Fme-site-assets-280426-hero-x-coffee-table-books-highlighting-the-middle-east.jpg?itok=vDyT3hJk) ![9 Coffee Table Books That Capture The Middle East’s Spirit](https://media.sheerluxe.me/Jxvo4Xgiy4g3ItNsR_LYRdee-1g=/400x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.me%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe-me%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F04%2Fme-site-assets-280426-thumb-x-coffee-table-books-highlighting-the-middle-east.jpg?itok=lJglvNnb) [Culture](/culture) / 28 April 2026 # 9 Coffee Table Books That Capture The Middle East’s Spirit From desert landscapes to couture ateliers and modern domestic life, the Middle East continues to inspire some of today’s most visually striking coffee table books. Blending heritage, craft, architecture and contemporary luxury, titles from Assouline and independent publishers alike offer a rich portrait of the region. Here are our favourites capturing its beauty, culture and creative spirit. [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/4193) All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.me/yjhNx8RaIIOPyV7lVWN3fyMQfGc=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.me%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe-me%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F04%2Fnew-abu-dhabi-bright.png?itok=kjRTxasF) ](https://www.tanagra.me/en/p/assouline-abu-dhabi-bright-book-33x25cm/058817306463.html) ## Abu Dhabi Bright #### AED 425 | Assouline *Abu Dhabi Bright* is a luminous portrait of the UAE capital city, capturing its bold, striking blend of heritage, innovation, and coastal scenes. Through photography and immersive storytelling, the book moves between architectural landmarks, cultural institutions, desert landscapes and the city’s shimmering beachfronts, reflecting Abu Dhabi’s evolution into a global cultural hub. 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Written by Bruno Doucey and brought to life through bold photography by Laziz Hamani, Ibrahim Sarhan and Ziyad Alarfaj, the book blends anthropology with high-gloss imagery, spanning over 150 photographs across 224 pages. The book is a juxtaposition of raw heritage and aesthetic beauty, capturing a unique and stunning narrative in the region. *Available at* [TANAGRA.ME](https://www.tanagra.me/en/p/assouline-saudi-arabia-flower-men-book-33x24cm/058816240463.html) [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.me/-bqi_Sjm-lfV592HFy70phh5UDs=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.me%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe-me%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F04%2F2-macakizieverlastingsummerassouline.png?itok=PwogotzQ) ](https://eu.assouline.com/products/macakizi) ## Maçakizi: Everlasting Summer #### AED 480 | Assouline *Maçakızı: Everlasting Summer*, published by Assouline, is a sun-kissed portrait of one of Bodrum’s most iconic coastal destinations, the legendary Maçakızı Hotel. The book captures the spirit of the iconic hotel through evocative photography and storytelling, moving between cliffside views, sculptural architecture, and the smooth rhythm of summer life on the Turkish Riviera. 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Blending heritage, geography and quiet daily life, it positions Al Ahsa not just as a landscape, but as a living ecosystem shaped by human resilience and a deep connection to water in the desert. *Available at* [THATCONCEPTSTORE.COM](https://www.thatconceptstore.com/en-ae/product/al-ahsa-oasis/FYUA112279) --- [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.me/BuLRPG9Dfjvn8XFxalvTleXwNXc=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.me%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe-me%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F04%2F8-zuhair-murad.png?itok=XSINRBxp) ](https://www.tanagra.me/en/p/assouline-zuhair-murad-book-35x28cm/058815793343.html) ## Zuhair Murad #### AED 760 | Assouline *Zuhair Murad* is a lavish monograph celebrating the world of the Lebanese couturier, known for his opulent, red-carpet-ready gowns and intricate craftsmanship. Through rich imagery, runway photography, and behind-the-scenes sketches, the stunning book traces Murad’s journey from Beirut atelier to global fashion houses, showcasing his signature language of embroidery, embellishment and sculptural silhouettes. *Available at* [TANAGRA.ME](https://www.tanagra.me/en/p/assouline-zuhair-murad-book-35x28cm/058815793343.html) --- [ ![](https://media.sheerluxe.me/mvPGPqPjTRCc63ashDmetNJi3Is=/800x0/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.me%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe-me%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F04%2Fnew-lamia-joreige.png?itok=1TFrlHZM) ](https://thelighthouse.ae/products/works-1994-2017-lamia-joreige) ## Lamia Joreige Works #### AED 110 (was AED 220) | kaph books *Works 1994–2017* by Lamia Joreige is a comprehensive monograph published by Kaph Books that spans over two decades of the Beirut-based artist’s multidisciplinary practice. 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Curated by founder Romaisa Baddar, it brings together work from 41 photographers, including Olivia Arthur, Sabiha Çimen, Mariam El Gendy and Sakir Khader, blending archival and contemporary imagery. 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