Contemporary Politics in the Middle East - Rilegato

Milton-Edwards, Beverley

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 074561471X ISBN 13: 9780745614717

Casa editrice: Polity Pr, 1999

Riassunto

• This second edition of Beverley Milton-Edwards popular and successful textbook has been fully revised and expanded
• Includes up-to-date coverage of the war in Iraq, developments in Israel/Palestine and the aftermath of 9/11
• Features a new chapter on US relations with the Middle East
• Provides an in-depth survey of the literature on the politics, economics, history sociology of the Middle East
• Offers extended case-studies of major regions, events and groups from Eygpt to Iran, and from Hamas to Baathism
• Offers an unusually balanced account of the political life of this important region

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Recensione

Beverley Milton–Edwards has produced an excellent book, which is both wide–ranging in its coverage and punchy in its arguments. As such, its functions are dual. It works well as a textbook, introducing the general reader to key themes in the contemporary region, from oil politics to ethnicity, to women and nationalism. But it also works as a running commentary on key debates, such as the role of colonialism and the relationship between Islam and democracy. In short, this is a book with attitude.

Dalla quarta di copertina

The second edition of this dynamic book has been fully revised and updated to provide a comprehensive introduction to contemporary politics in the Middle East. Purposefully employing a clear thematic structure and including a wide range of case studies, the book explores and analyses the major issues which define the politics of this region of the globe.
Milton-Edwards begins by introducing and explaining key concepts and debates and goes on to outline the impact of colonialism and its legacy, the rise of Arab nationalism and anti-colonial politics. She then examines major political issues affecting the region, such as political Islam, American foreign policy, war and conflict, political economy, democratization, ethnicity and the role of women. The book concludes by highlighting the politics of the region in the twenty-first century and the future challenges it faces. This is a perfect introduction for undergraduates, covering key political, economic and social debates and providing updates and guidance for further reading.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Polity Pr
• Data di pubblicazione: 1999
• ISBN 10: 074561471X
• ISBN 13: 9780745614717
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 256