The Gulf Wife

The Gulf Wife is the story of Jocelyn Henderson, one of the oldest inhabitants of the United Arab Emirates. Since she first arrived in the Trucial States with her husband, British diplomat Edward Henderson, Jocelyn Henderson has seen the region transform beyond all recognition.

Set against the backdrop of cataclysmic wars and events that came to shape her life, The Gulf Wife tells the story of Jocelyn's remarkable life, her relationships with the families of the ruling Sheikhs, and the people she met along the way. From tumultuous political developments to meetings with celebrities and international statesmen, the book provides a window into the life of one of the UAE's most prominent expatriates and an intimate look at life in the UAE and all that has changed.