A Concise History of the Middle East - Softcover

Goldschmidt, Arthur; Davidson, Lawrence

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0813348218 ISBN 13: 9780813348216

Publisher: Westview Press, 2012

Synopsis

The tenth edition of this widely acclaimed text by Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. and Lawrence Davidson has been revised to reflect the latest scholarship and the most recent events in the Middle East. As an introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, the book is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment. It focuses on the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, the modernization efforts of Middle Eastern governments, the struggle of various peoples for political independence, the course of the Arab Israeli conflict, the reassertion of Islamic values and power, the issues surrounding the Palestinian Question, and the roles of Iraq and Iran in the post-9/11 Middle East. The tenth edition includes a new chapter, In the Season of Arab Discontent,” that outlines the achievements and problems created by the recent Arab uprisings. In addition, earlier chapters have been streamlined for more accessible reading, and two popular study aids, the chronology and the glossary, have been revised.

Resources for instructors are available online atwestviewpress.com, including an updated bibliographic essay and test questions.

About this title

From the Back Cover:

Praise for the Prior Edition

This review and update of A Concise History of the Middle East makes it once again the premier text for the study of the Middle East. Goldschmidt and Davidson’s well-written and solidly argued analyses of the most important and crucial developments of Middle Eastern history and politics . . . could not be timelier. . . . It will be a favorite of students and professors alike.” Robert Olson, University of Kentucky

This is a text that breathes life into the history it presents. The authors both care deeply about the region and . . . are not afraid to spell out these complexities in a style that is at once accessible and gently provocative.” Joel Gordon, University of Arkansas

Our students and faculty alike have found this to be a well-organized, comprehensive, balanced, and exceptionally readable textbook. The authors blend significant historical detail with timely political analysis in a cogent style that is compelling and lucid. . . . A one-of-a-kind introduction to the Middle East.” Donald Wagner, North Park University, Chicago

The tenth edition of this widely acclaimed text by Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. and Lawrence Davidson has been revised to reflect the latest scholarship and the most recent events in the Middle East. As an introduction to the history of this turbulent region from the beginnings of Islam to the present day, the book is distinguished by its clear style, broad scope, and balanced treatment. It focuses on the evolution of Islamic institutions and culture, the influence of the West, the modernization efforts of Middle Eastern governments, the ArabIsraeli conflict, the reassertion of Islamic values and power, the issues surrounding the Palestinian Question, and the roles of Iraq and Iran in post-9/11 Middle East. The tenth edition is streamlined for more accessible reading and includes a new chapter on the recent Arab uprisings.

Resources for instructors are available online at westviewpress.com, including an updated bibliographic essay and a test bank.

Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. is professor emeritus of Middle East history at Penn State University. He is the author of Modern Egypt: The Formation of a Nation-State, and the recipient of the Amoco Foundation Award for Outstanding Teaching and the 2000 Middle East Studies Association Mentoring Award.

Lawrence Davidson is professor of history at West Chester University. He is the author of several books, including America’s Palestine and Islamic Fundamentalism.

About the Author:

Arthur Goldschmidt Jr. is professor emeritus of Middle East history at Penn State University. He is the author of Modern Egypt: The Formation of a Nation-State, and the recipient of the Amoco Foundation Award for Outstanding Teaching and the 2000 Middle East Studies Association Mentoring Award.

Lawrence Davidson is professor of history at West Chester University. He is the author of several books, including America's Palestine and Islamic Fundamentalism.

About this edition

• Publisher: Westview Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0813348218
• ISBN 13: 9780813348216
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 528