Thul Al-Da'eejiyah, the sea and the sailors, and the memory of the oysters

Edition: 1428 Author: Saad bin Jabr Al-Juhdali The book discusses the history of the village of Thul located on the Red Sea coast, reviewing its geographical location and strategic importance as a station on the pilgrims' route between Mecca and Medina. It highlights the social and economic life of the villagers, including their customs, traditions, and professions, especially those related to the sea such as fishing and diving. Al-Juhdali relies in his book on oral narratives and historical sources, which gives the work a rich documentary character filled with information. The book also includes poems and popular chants reflecting the culture of the region, and describes traditional buildings and construction methods. This book is considered an important reference for researchers and those interested in the history of the western region of Saudi Arabia, as it combines literary style with historical accuracy in narrating events and facts.