Editor: Hossein Amirsadeghi Publisher: TransGlobe PublishingHardback: 320 pages and 550 illustrations. In the Middle East, arts patronage boasts a long and illustrious history. The artistic heritage of the royal and noble families of Persia, Egypt, Assyria, Mesopotamia and the Ottoman Empire is remarkable. This book profile 102 leading collectors, patrons, institutions and foundations; it offers an intimate glimpse of their collections, exploring the inspired motivation and passion that is shaping the new cultural landscape of the Middle East and preserving past glories for future generations. The rear of the book is marked: "Special Edition, not for retail sale," direct from the Publisher.