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The work explores the intricate history of the Middle East, tracing its evolution from before Islam to the present. Corm emphasizes the "geology of cultures," examining the geographical foundations of major empires, including those of Anatolia, Iran, Mesopotamia, and Egypt. This nuanced perspective clarifies the interactions among diverse groups such as Iranians, Turks, and Arabs within the Islamic world. The author also addresses the complex and often troubling dynamics between the West and the Middle East, highlighting social and economic factors that are frequently neglected in discussions of Islam.
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A History of the Middle East: From Antiquity to the Present Day, Georges Corm
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- Released
- 2009
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- Title
- A History of the Middle East: From Antiquity to the Present Day
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Georges Corm
- Publisher
- Garnet Publishing Ltd.
- Released
- 2009
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 229
- ISBN13
- 9781859642207
- Category
- World history
- Description
- The work explores the intricate history of the Middle East, tracing its evolution from before Islam to the present. Corm emphasizes the "geology of cultures," examining the geographical foundations of major empires, including those of Anatolia, Iran, Mesopotamia, and Egypt. This nuanced perspective clarifies the interactions among diverse groups such as Iranians, Turks, and Arabs within the Islamic world. The author also addresses the complex and often troubling dynamics between the West and the Middle East, highlighting social and economic factors that are frequently neglected in discussions of Islam.