Hourani, Albert
The Modern Middle East
- ISBN 13:
- 9781860649639
- author:
- Hourani, Albert
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- I B Tauris & Co Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 712
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 14.5 x 5.1 cm
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Modern Middle East by Albert Hourani, Philip S. Khoury and Mary C. Wilson is a comprehensive textbook that brings together key writings on the modern history of the region. Spanning over 700 pages, this revised edition covers four main periods: reforming elites and changing relations with Europe (1789-1918), transformation in society and economy (1789-1918), imperialism and nationalism in the interwar period, and the Middle East since World War II. The book provides a broad overview of the region's history, from the late 18th century to the present day. The authors' essays are arranged chronologically, offering a detailed analysis of the complex events and developments that have shaped the modern Middle East. This edition includes new material on the region's history since the 1990s, making it an essential resource for students and scholars alike. With its broad scope and in-depth analysis, this textbook is ideal for anyone looking to understand the complexities of the modern Middle East.