Gerges, Fawaz A., ed. (2014) The new Middle East: protest and revolution in the Arab world. Cambridge University Press, London, UK. ISBN 9781107616882
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The New Middle East is one of the first comprehensive books written by prominent scholars of the region and of comparative politics to critically examine the Arab popular uprisings of 2011–2012. While these uprisings prompted a number of cursory publications, this volume contains meticulous and thoughtful reflections on the causes, drivers and effects of these seminal events on the internal, regional and international politics of the Middle East and North Africa. Although specific conditions in individual countries that have experienced large-scale popular mobilizations are investigated, they are neither treated in isolation nor separated from broader developments in the region. Instead, the authors highlight connections between individual case studies and systemic conditions throughout the Arab arena. These include the crisis of political authority, the failure of economic development and new genres of mobilization and activism, especially communication technology and youth movements. The careful analysis and reflection on the prospects for democratic change in the region ensures the book will have both an immediate and enduring appeal. Includes comprehensive yet accessible analysis of countries and themes. Situates the Arab revolts in the multiple contexts which shook the foundations of well-entrenched authoritarian rule. Reflects on the prospects for democratic change in individual states and the region as a whole.
| Item Type: | Book |
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| Official URL: | http://www.cambridge.org/ |
| Additional Information: | © 2013 Cambridge University Press |
| Divisions: | International Relations |
| Subjects: | H Social Sciences > HN Social history and conditions. Social problems. Social reform J Political Science > JZ International relations |
| Date Deposited: | 21 Jul 2014 09:29 |
| Last Modified: | 12 Dec 2024 05:31 |
| URI: | http://eprints.lse.ac.uk/id/eprint/57892 |
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