Alexander McNabb has written a book on UAE history - Children of the Seven Sands. Chris Whiteoak / The National
A watchtower at Falaj Al Mualla in Umm Al Quwain. Photo: Alexander McNabb
Al Hayl Fort in Fujairah. Mr McNabb's book charts the rich history of all seven emirates. Photo: Alexander McNabb
Children of the Seven Sands by Alexander McNabb is published by Motivate Media Group
Ancient tombs at Jebel Hafeet in Al Ain, which were examined by a Danish archaeological team in the 1950s. Photo: Alexander McNabb
Modern-day UAE has a complex history. This fragment of bronze bowl showing a horse and camel riders was found at Mleiha in Sharjah and dates from 150BC to 150AD. Photo: Alexander McNabb
Mr McNabb's book examines reasons for the collapse of the natural pearl trade. Pawan Singh / The National
Mr McNabb hope his publication will encourage others to take an interest in UAE history. Chris Whiteoak / The National
