Description |
1 online resource (xxii, 317 pages) : illustrations, maps |
Contents |
Introduction -- 1. Society and politics, 1744-1818 and 1824-1891 --; 2. The emerging state, 1902-1932 -- 3. Control and loyalty, 1932-1953 -- 4. The politics of dissent, 1953-1973 -- 5. From affluence to austerity, 1973-1990 -- 6. The Gulf War and its aftermath, 1990-2000 -- 7. Narratives of the state, narratives of the people -- 8. The challenges of a new era -- 9. Modernising authoritarian rule |
Summary |
"This updated edition analyses the challenges, both internal and external, facing Saudi Arabia in the twenty-first century. Two new chapters discuss the political, economic and social developments in the aftermath of 9/11, painting a vivid picture of a country shocked by terrorism and condemned by the international community. Madawi Al-Rasheed reveals that fragmentation of royal politics, a failing economy and fermenting Islamist dissent posed serious threats to state and society in 2001. She assesses the consequent state reforms introduced under pressure of terrorism, international scrutiny and a social mobilisation of men, women and minorities struggling to shape their future against a background of repression and authoritarian rule. While Saudi Arabia is still far from establishing a fourth state, there are signs that the people are ready for a serious change that will lead them to a state of institutions rather than princes"--Provided by publisher |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 291-305) and index |
Notes |
Print version record |
Subject |
HISTORY -- Middle East -- General.
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Saudiarabien -- historia -- 1900-talet.
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SUBJECT |
Saudi Arabia -- History -- 20th century
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Saudi Arabia -- History -- 21st century
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Subject |
Saudi Arabia
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Saudi-Arabien
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Genre/Form |
History
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Form |
Electronic book
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LC no. |
2009043212 |
ISBN |
9781139775847 |
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1139775847 |
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1139781871 |
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9781139781879 |
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9780511993510 |
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051199351X |
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