Arthur G Sharp

The Everything Guide to the Middle East (eBook, ePUB)

Understand the people, the politics, and the culture of this conflicted region

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

An objective, professional, and informed resource that will help you understand the history and culture of the Middle Eastincluding including Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Kuwait, Turkey, and Syria.

The Middle East has long been a place where religions, cultures, and politics clashtoday more than ever. How can a region called "the cradle of civilization" continue to face uprisings and violence? This guide will help you understand this fascinating area, covering such topics as:

• All the Middle Eastern nations (including Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Palestine, Jordan, Kuwait, Turkey, and Syria)
• The history of the first civilizations and the rise of empires
• The roots of the Palestinian/Israeli conflict
• Threats of ongoing terrorism and the demise of Osama bin Laden
• Recent revolutions and coups in nations like Egypt and their future

Packed with easy-to-follow information and history, this handbook will broaden your understanding while following current headlines. With this guide, you'll learn to appreciate the rich cultural heritage of this region.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Simon + Schuster LLC
• Seitenzahl: 304
• Erscheinungstermin: 15. September 2011
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781440529115
• Artikelnr.: 38300130

Autorenporträt

An Adams Media author.