"A critically important addition to our knowledge of Syria and the Palestinians."-- William W. Haddad, California State University, Fullerton

"A powerful and persuasive contribution to the discourse on Arab nationalism. It is based on original research never before seen in the English language."-- Jamal R. Nassar, Illinois State University

This timely study of Arab and Palestinian nationalism offers a penetrating look at the soul of Syria, the loyalties of other Arabs, and issues related to the strategic control of neighboring lands since 1948.

Syria's relationship to...