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A Syrian historical dictionary providing brief definitions of important personalities, places, events, and linguistic and religious groups from the Arab conquest in the 17th century to the present. Commins (history, Dickinson College) introduces the country with a general overview of its geography, population, and history which includes economic, political, and cultural attributes. The bibliography is divided by subject and will give scholars at least a rudimentary start in researching Syria's vast history from 2000 B.C. to current Arab-Israeli diplomatic negotiations. Includes a chronology and maps. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
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David Commins, Ph.D., is Associate Professor of History at Dickinson College.
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Historical Dictionary of Syria [Asian Historical Dictionaries No. 22]
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