This comprehensive two-volume biographical dictionary by Dr. Mustafa Abdul Ghani presents an essential guide to the key figures in the field of modern and contemporary Arab history. The work meticulously chronicles the lives, academic careers, and significant contributions of numerous historians, offering detailed accounts of their methodologies, major publications, and intellectual influences. It serves as an indispensable reference for researchers, students, and academics seeking a deeper understanding of the individuals who have shaped the narrative and study of the Arab world's recent past, mapping the evolution of historical scholarship in the region.