The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Paperback / softback
by David E. Long, Sebastian Maisel
Paperback / softback
Description
"A book full of insights into a complex and often misunderstood society which has so far managed to reconcile the secularizing influences of modern technology with its strong religious traditions. . . . Sophisticated and penetrating."--International Journal"Will undoubtedly become the new reference work on Saudi Arabia, and is accessible enough for undergraduates to use."--Middle East Studies Association Bulletin "With succinct chapters on Saudi geography and people, history and politics, oil and development, foreign and security politics, and a particularly fine essay on the hajj, Long's book is remarkably successful in providing a feel for this country of startling contrasts and anomalies. . . . This short and readable handbook is an extraordinary resource for up-to-date information and fair-minded interpretation."--ChoiceThis second edition has been thoroughly revised and updated, and includes new chapters on tradition and modernity and on Islam and society.
It features extensive analysis of the substantial political, economic, and social changes that have taken place in the past ten years, including 9/11, the U.S. war on terror, the Saudi war on terror, oil pricing, and technological advancements.
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- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:176 pages, 23 black and white photographs
- Publisher:University Press of Florida
- Publication Date:30/09/2010
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- ISBN:9780813035116
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Out of Stock - We are unable to provide an estimated availability date for this product
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:176 pages, 23 black and white photographs
- Publisher:University Press of Florida
- Publication Date:30/09/2010
- Category:
- ISBN:9780813035116
