The Middle East for Dummies - Couverture souple

Davis, Craig S.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0764554832 ISBN 13 : 9780764554834

Editeur : For Dummies, 2003

Synopsis

This is a timely guide that puts Middle Eastern politics, people, and problems in perspective. With the U.S. gearing up for war with Iraq, Al Qaeda terrorists still on the loose, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict seething, the Middle East is constantly in the news. But how do people keep track of all the countries, factions, and issues involved? This plain-English guide provides the solution. Taking readers behind the headlines, it demystifies the history and conflicts of this complex region from the Ottoman Empire and the Balfour Declaration to the Intifada and the Gulf War and offers an even-handed analysis of why events in the Middle East continue to reverberate throughout the world. With profiles of major leaders and incisive examinations of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, terrorism, Muslim fundamentalism, and the oil industry, this book is required reading for anyone who wants to understand what's going on in the world's most volatile region. Craig Davis (Knoxville, MD) received a dual PhD in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures and Religious Studies from Indiana University in 2002. He has studied in Jordan and Pakistan as well as in the United States. His teaching competencies include Islamic studies, Middle Eastern studies, history, and Arabic. Davis currently works for the U.S. Department of Labor's Bureau of International Labor Affairs.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur :

Demystifies the area′s culture, politics, and religions Explore Middle Eastern history from ancient to modern times Looking to better understand the Middle East? This plain–English guide explains the importance of the region, especially in light of recent events. You′ll meet its people and their leaders, discover the differences and similarities between Arab and Western mindsets, and examine the wars and conflicts – including the Israeli–Palestinian turmoil – that led up to the current political situation. The Dummies Way ∗ Explanations in plain English ∗ "Get in, get out" information ∗ Icons and other navigational aids ∗ Tear–out cheat sheet ∗ Top ten lists ∗ A dash of humor and fun

Biographie de l'auteur :

Craig S. Davis received a dual PhD in Near Eastern Languages and Cultures and Religious Studies from Indiana University. His teaching competencies include Islamic Studies and Middle Eastern Studies.

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: For Dummies
• Date d'édition: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0764554832
• ISBN 13: 9780764554834
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 416