This course will discuss the developments in the Middle East from the early 20th century to the present. It will discuss the rise and retreat of Arab nationalism, the problems of internal cohesion of the Arab states, issues of religion and state, and the evolution of Islamist politics. It will also focus on the evolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict and its impact on the region and will conclude with an in depth analysis of the “Arab Spring” by placing these contemporary revolutionary events in their historical context.
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The Emergence of the Modern Middle East - Part II
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Reviews
- 5 stars83.33%
- 4 stars14.37%
- 3 stars1.66%
- 2 stars0.20%
- 1 star0.41%
TOP REVIEWS FROM THE EMERGENCE OF THE MODERN MIDDLE EAST - PART II
An excellent course for getting an understanding of what's happening in the Middle East today. It's a very balanced an comprehensive treatment of the subject.
Extremely good course, with the ability to impart an abundance of information in a short format.
A FASCINATING COURSE WHICH WAS MOST ENGAGING THROUGHOUT. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COURSE. IT REALLY HELPS TO PUT INTO CONTEXT THE CONFLICT IN THE MIDDLE EAST THAT IS STILL VERY MUCH ONGOING.
Excellent overview, well presented. Greatly increased by understanding of the all the dynamics at work in the Middle East.
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