| Description |
1 online resource (xix, 524 pages) : illustrations, maps |
| Contents |
Introduction -- The Middle East before Muhammad -- The prophet of Mecca -- The early Arab conquests -- The high caliphate -- Shiites and Turks, crusaders and Mongols -- Islamic civilization -- Firearms, slaves, and empires -- European interests and imperialism -- Westernizing reform in the nineteenth century -- The rise of nationalism -- The roots of Arab bitterness -- Modernizing rulers in the independent states -- Egypt and the fertile crescent -- The contest for Palestine -- Israel's rebirth and the rise of Arab nationalism -- War and the quest for peace -- The reassertion of Islamic power -- The Gulf War and the peace process -- The War on Terrorism -- In the season of Arab discontent -- Changing middle eastern environments: issues, risks and sustainability |
| Summary |
An introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, this widely acclaimed text by Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment. This book explores the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, the modernization efforts of Middle Eastern governments, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the Arabs ;Israeli conflict, the reassertion of Islamic values and power, the issues surrounding the Palestinian Question, and the post-9/11 Middle East. The |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index |
| Notes |
English |
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Print version record |
| Subject |
HISTORY -- Middle East -- General.
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| SUBJECT |
Middle East -- History. http://id.loc.gov/authorities/subjects/sh85090506
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| Subject |
Middle East
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| Genre/Form |
History
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| Form |
Electronic book
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| Author |
Boum, Aomar, author
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| ISBN |
9780813349633 |
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081334963X |
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0367319217 |
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9780367319212 |
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0429975155 |
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9780429975158 |
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0429964072 |
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9780429964077 |
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0429495528 |
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9780429495526 |
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1785396072 |
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9781785396076 |
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