Emergence of the Modern Middle East

Discusses the emergence of the modern Middle East over the last two centuries. It examines the Ottoman legacy in the region and the Western imperial impact on the creation of the Arab state system. It then addresses rise and retreat of Arab nationalism, the problems of internal cohesion of the Arab states, issues of religion and state, and the evolution of Islamist politics.

Discuta despre aparitia Orientului Mijlociu modern in ultimele doua secole. Acesta examineaza mostenirea otomana din regiune si impactul imperial occidental asupra crearii sistemului de stat arab.