Politics And Change in the Middle East: Sources of Conflict And Accommodation

by Roy R. Andersen, Robert F. Siebert, Jon G. Wagner

This text takes thematic and multidisciplinary approaches that integrates regional experiences into a whole. Major themes include political development, economic development, international relations, Islam - mainstream and jihadist, colonialism and post-colonialism; and recent political changes, with particular emphasis on the U.S. intervention in Iraq and the rising interest in democracy regionally.

Genres: Politics, Middle East, History

363 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1982

Reviews

[Dr. Phoenix · Rating 5 out of 5]

One of the most in depth and well researched books on the subject of the Middle East and the rise of Islam. Politics, religion, economics, culture, perspectives on international relations are all thoroughly and well developed. The strength of this book lies in its structured approach and in depth research. Despite the complexity of the subject the book is easily accessible to both expert and novice. The authors present a fair and balanced account of the development of the region. Important episodes such as the Tanzimat reforms under the Ottoman Empire, the Sykes/Picot agreement, the Balfour Declaration and the McMahon/Hussein correspondence are all outlined and explained in detail. Any serious scholar of Middle Eastern History and politics should consider adding this title to their collection. Highly recommended,

[Caroline · Rating 3 out of 5]

A textbook (written by Knox professors!) intended for undergrads, so it's understandable and thorough. A good introduction to the history, religion, economics and culture of the region.

[Arjun Mishra · Rating 3 out of 5]

The text is informative, but the issue is that the organization is entirely lacking. It is not organized by countries or events; it is more haphazardly concentrated by eras. It delves more in depth than other texts, but that lack of cohesive structure really hurts its usefulness.

[Ke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great introduction to Middle East politics.

[Chabely Valera suarez]

Great book, although not 5 star. Explains every history detail possible an flows naturally with muslim concepts. Recommended for people interested in how the countries were evolved.