Items related to Contemporary Politics in the Middle East
- 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
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
From the Back Cover:
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.
About the Author:
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.
Beverley Milton-Edwards is Professor of Politics at Queen’s University, Belfast. She is the author of numerous books on Islam and the Middle East, including a major study of Hamas, co-authored with journalist Stephen Farrell.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPolity
- Publication date2000
- ISBN 10 074561471X
- ISBN 13 9780745614717
- BindingHardcover
- Edition number1
- Number of pages256
- Rating
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Contemporary Politics in the Middle East
Published by
Polity Press
(2000)
ISBN 10: 074561471X
ISBN 13: 9780745614717
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,600grams, ISBN:074561471X. Seller Inventory # 9079868
Buy Used
US$ 10.57
Convert currency
Stock Image
Contemporary Politics in the Middle East
Published by
Polity Press
(2000)
ISBN 10: 074561471X
ISBN 13: 9780745614717
Used
Hardcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: Poor. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In poor condition, suitable as a reading copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,600grams, ISBN:9780745614717. Seller Inventory # 9079869
Buy Used
US$ 10.57
Convert currency