Government and politics of the Middle East
In: American Association for Middle East Studies
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In: American Association for Middle East Studies
In: International affairs
ISSN: 1468-2346
In: The Middle East journal, Band 56, Heft 3, S. 535-537
ISSN: 0026-3141
In: The journal of politics: JOP, Band 65, Heft 3, S. 928
ISSN: 0022-3816
In: The Dorsey Series in political science
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In: The journal of politics: JOP, Band 65, Heft 3, S. 928-931
ISSN: 0022-3816
In: The Middle East journal, Band 47, Heft 1, S. 135
ISSN: 0026-3141
In: International affairs, Band 57, Heft 1, S. 175-176
ISSN: 1468-2346
"This exciting new edition of the successful textbook for students of Middle Eastern politics provides a highly relevant and comprehensive introduction to the complexities of a region in constant flux. Combining a thematic framework for examining patterns of politics with individual chapters dedicated to specific countries, the book places the very latest developments and long-standing issues within an historical context. This third edition extends its analysis to post-2015 developments in the region, as well as expanding the range of pedagogical features on offer. Presenting information in an accessible and inclusive format, the book offers: - Coverage of the historical influence of colonialism and major world powers on the shaping of the modern Middle East - A detailed examination of the legacy of Islam - Analysis of the political and social aspects of Middle Eastern life, including alienation between the state and society, poverty and social inequality, and ideological crisis and renewal - Case studies on countries in the Fertile Crescent (Iraq, Syria and Lebanon, and Israel/Palestine); the Northern Belt (Turkey and Iran); and those West and East of the Red Sea (Egypt and the members of the Gulf Cooperation Council) A key introductory text for students of Middle Eastern politics and history at advanced undergraduate and postgraduate levels, this new edition has been extensively updated to also become a timely and significant reference for policy-makers and any motivated reader."--