8vo. English text, 156 pp., 8 photographic plates, publisher’s original wrappers, annexes (in French, English and Arabic), biblio, index, copy in mint condition, Dergham SARL, Beirut, 2014.

Synopsis

This essay based on private papers, is an attempt to remedy the lack of knowledge about an unusual politician: Ayyub Tabet. In fact, little has been written about him back in the 20th century. Head of State, senator, minister, deputy, was the only Protestant Head of State the Lebanon has ever had, and remained in office for barely four months (18 March – 21 July 1943). His respect for the law was proverbial. This is definitely the story of a man despised by his enemies, particularly politicians, for his truth, honesty, simplicity and hard work.