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A History of the Middle East

Pages
448
Published
1997
Language
English

Synopsis

This book provides a comprehensive overview of the Middle East's history and politics over the past two centuries. It traces events from Napoleon's invasion of Egypt and the decline of the Ottoman Empire to the formation of modern nations, the Palestinian question, and the rise of Islamic fundamentalism. Essential reading for anyone seeking to understand this crucial and volatile region, it includes new chapters on recent developments.

About the author

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Peter Mansfield

Peter Mansfield was a journalist and historian who wrote extensively on Middle Eastern affairs. His bibliography includes titles such as A History of the Middle East, The New Arabians, and Nassers Egypt.