Efraim Karsh is a leading author whose work delves deeply into the geopolitics of the Middle East and the broader questions of empire and strategy. His analyses often explore the long-term historical forces and conflicts that have shaped the region. Karsh's style is characterized by rigorous academic precision and analytical sharpness. His extensive publications and commentary offer a penetrating look into the complexities of international relations and Middle Eastern history.
The 1947 UN resolution to partition Palestine irrevocably changed the political landscape of the Middle East, giving rise to six full-fledged wars between Arabs and Jews, countless armed clashes, blockades, and terrorism. This title tells the story from both the Arab and Jewish perspectives. číst celé
Rejecting the view of modern Middle Eastern history as an offshoot of global power politics, the authors argue that the main impetus for the developments of the momentous long 19th century (1789-1923) came from local actors. They see a pattern of pragmatic cooperation and conflict between the Middle East and the West during the past two centuries. schovat popis
Monografická práce o iráckém diktátorovi přináší zevrubné informace o jeho životě a pomáhá čtenáři lépe se orientovat v problematice Blízkého východu