The Contemporary Middle East: A Westview Reader - Softcover

Yambert, Karl

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0813348390 ISBN 13: 9780813348391

Publisher: Westview Press, 2012

Synopsis

An anthology of incisive essays on contemporary political situations in the Middle East, with emphases on Israel and Palestine, Iraq and Iran, Islamist non-state actors, and the Arab Spring in Egypt and Syria.

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Review:

Praise for Prior Editions:

"A brilliant, well-organized and timely compilation of sophisticated and pertinent works on the politics of the Middle East. An absolute must for any course on the politics of the Middle East." --Amaney Jamal, Princeton University

"A worthy and unique job ... A welcome resource to teachers of the contemporary governments and politics of the Middle East, and to the general reader who is looking for a sound path to understanding the dynamics of the local and international politics of this critical region." --Naseer H. Aruri, University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth

A very informative, readable, and thought-provoking edited volume that is valuable for students and the general public alike. Covering the major historical developments, the text presents an excellent description and explanation of the regional challenges ranging from economic growth to security and from political stability to energy consideration. This text is also empowered by useful supplements which add to its instructional significance.
Houman A. Sadri, University of Central Florida
This volume brings together a range of views by influential scholars on the most enduring and important issues in Middle East affairs. The book is an excellent choice for college classes from the introductory through advanced levels.
Weldon C. Matthews, Oakland University
Engages students with timely essays and sharpens critical thinking by presenting a variety of informed perspectives on key issues. Excellent for courses covering the recent history of the Middle East.
Brock Ruggles, Arizona State University
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"A very informative, readable, and thought-provoking edited volume that is valuable for students and the general public alike. Covering the major historical developments, the text presents an excellent description and explanation of the regional challenges ranging from economic growth to security and from political stability to energy consideration. This text is also empowered by useful supplements which add to its instructional significance."
--Houman A. Sadri, University of Central Florida

"This volume brings together a range of views by influential scholars on the most enduring and important issues in Middle East affairs. The book is an excellent choice for college classes from the introductory through advanced levels."
--Weldon C. Matthews, Oakland University

"Engages students with timely essays and sharpens critical thinking by presenting a variety of informed perspectives on key issues. Excellent for courses covering the recent history of the Middle East."
--Brock Ruggles, Arizona State University

About the Author:

Karl Yambert received his Ph.D. from the University of California, Davis, and is a former editor of Middle East Studies at Westview Press.

About this edition

• Publisher: Westview Press
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0813348390
• ISBN 13: 9780813348391
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 3
• Number of pages: 450