This historical document collection, meticulously reviewed by Majid Shabbar and George Walter Prothero, provides unparalleled insight into British foreign policy concerning the Arabian Peninsula in 1917. It compiles a critical British Foreign Office report and various British Intelligence Department documents, famously known as the 'Pocket Book.' These vital records offer a unique window into the strategic geopolitical landscape of the Middle East during World War I, detailing observations, analyses, and recommendations that shaped colonial interests and regional dynamics. Essential reading for historians and political scientists alike, the book sheds light on the complexities of early 20th-century Anglo-Arab relations.