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Once Upon a Time in Makkah

Once Upon a Time in Makkah The Story of Saleh Kamel Visionary, Entrepreneur, Philanthropist

Hardback (23 May 2024) | Arabic,English

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Publisher's Synopsis

A true 'Renaissance Man', as much at home in matters of faith, business and media as in the world of arts and culture, Sheikh Saleh's remarkable achievements were characterised by a unique combination of energy and goodwill - a moderniser with a solutions-focused approach.

Entrepreneurship: a remarkable business leader. Among his achievements:

The founding and building of a range of new ventures, from operation and maintenance through to Islamic Banking, media, and urban development.
The development of MBC media corporation and ART satellite network
Landmark property development ideas such as Le Lac - the central water reservoir of Tunis


Faith: a powerful proponent of true and moderate Islam. Sheikh Saleh launched the Islamic television channel Iqraa and created Al Baraka International Bank. He remains widely known to this day as one of the pioneers of the Islamic economy.
Arabia: a life that mirrors the astonishing rags to riches story of Saudi Arabia's development
Vision: instigator of a host of philanthropic projects to improve education and social mobility.

Book information

ISBN: 9781914325960
Publisher: Nomad Publishing
Imprint: Nomad Publishing
Pub date:
DEWEY: 338.092
DEWEY edition: 23
Language: Arabic,English
Number of pages: 376
Weight: 800g
Height: 240mm
Width: 170mm
Spine width: 35mm