The Contemporary Middle East Tradition and Innovation Book by Benjamin Riolins

Immediate dispatch from Somerset. Nice older book in good condition. Some tanning wear and marking due to age. Hardcover. English. Pub Year 1965, See images for condition. About the book >.>.> Tradition and Innovation is an anthology that offers a comprehensive exploration of the contemporary Middle East, featuring over fifty articles authored by leading scholars from the region as well as significant Western commentators. Editors Professors Rivlin and Szyliowicz focus on the phenomenon of change?cultural, social, and political?within a society where tradition retains immense significance despite the powerful impact of Western modernism. The anthology captures a multidimensional portrayal of the Middle East, integrating contributions from various disciplines including history, political science, sociology, and anthropology. The selected writings, many from sources not readily accessible in American libraries, delve into vital topics such as the religious and legal structures of Islam, the evolving roles of women, the status of minorities like the Kurds, and the tensions between competing nationalisms and ideologies both indigenous and foreign. The volume also addresses pressing issues such as the controversy surrounding Ramadan reform and the influences of American and Soviet policies in the region.Tradition and Innovation is not only a collection of scholarly works but also includes an enlightening introductory essay and notes that contextualise the articles. This anthology serves as an essential resource for understanding the complexities and dynamics of the Middle East today, highlighting the ongoing relationship between tradition and modernity in a region marked by change. Readers will find in this work an invaluable contribution to discussions surrounding the contemporary challenges and transformations within Middle Eastern societies. …