The Everything Guide to the Middle East
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- Synopsis
- The Middle East has long been a place where religions, cultures, and politics clash--today more than ever. How can a region called "the cradle of civilization" continue to face uprisings and violence? This guide is an objective, professional, and informed resource that will help you understand the 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 empiresThe roots of the Palestinian/Israeli conflictThreats of ongoing terrorism and the demise of Osama bin LadenRecent revolutions and coups in nations like Egypt and their futurePacked 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.
- Copyright:
- 2011
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9781440529115
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781440529016
- Publisher:
- F+W Media
- Date of Addition:
- 04/09/15
- Copyrighted By:
- Arthur G. Sharp, MA
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- History, Nonfiction
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.