This work, first published in 1972, is an objective introduction to the social, political, and cultural changes that took place in the Middle East in the years after the Second World War. It includes papers by some of the most distinguished scholars in the field as well as personal accounts by insightful observers living in the area. It includes articles on such topics as Arab socialism and nationalism, religious communities, ethnic minorities, women in Arab society, education, and many more.
ISBN: | 9781138192249 |
Publication date: | 4th April 2016 |
Author: | Jacob M Landau |
Publisher: | Routledge an imprint of Taylor & Francis Ltd |
Format: | Hardback |
Pagination: | 538 pages |
Series: | Routledge Library Editions: Society of the Middle East |
Genres: |
Regional / International studies Society and culture: general Economics Middle Eastern history Religion: general General and world history History and Archaeology Colonialism and imperialism National liberation and independence Politics and government |