The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by Norman Anderson

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by Norman Anderson

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.--Choice

This 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.

Facey, William: - William Facey - Author of Saudi Arabia by the First Photographers and The Story of the Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia. He began his career as a classicist at Oxford and has emerged as a leading historian of the Arabian Peninsula. For many years he has worked as a consultant on museum projects in the Arabian Peninsula, particularly in the archaeology, history and people of the individual nations. He has also been involved in planning museums and exhibitions in England, Europe, Central America and the Far East.

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ISBN 13	9780905743592
ISBN 10	0905743598
Title	The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Author	Norman Anderson
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Stacey International
Year published	1990-05-01
Number of pages	256
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