Syria 1945-1986: Politics and Society

ISBN-13: 9781138983489 / Angielski / Miękka / 2016 / 208 str.

Derek Hopwood;¬Abar;¬Abar

Opis

Syria has often lacked sympathetic observers. This book tries to interpret the country and its people in terms of how they see their own history and of what they are trying to achieve. More than a political or diplomatic history, it discusses the economy, society, education and culture to help the reader understand and explain modern Syria. A description of the country deals with the physical and other factors which have influenced Syria's development. An historical survey concentrates mainly on the period after the Second World War and explains why a knowledge of Syrian history is important and why Syrians look at their history in the way they do. The achievements, problems and failures of President Asad are fully discussed. Further chapters explain the ideological factors which have been of vital importance in Syrian politics, the development of education, the economy and society. The author looks at examples of contemporary Syrian literature and the way in which writers view the problems of their society and culture. This is a clear, succinct and readable account of modern Syria which will be essential for all those studying the Middle East, the developing world or international relations.

Spis treści

1. Syrian and the Syrians  2. The Emerging State  3. Independence 1945–1970  4. Syria Under Asad 1971–1986  5. Politics and Ideologies  6. The Search for Economic Progress  7. The Pursuit of Education  8. The Growth of Culture  9. People and Society  10. Conclusion

O autorze

Hopwood, Derek