Syria 1945-1986 (RLE Syria): Politics and SocietySyria has often lacked sympathetic observers. This book tries to interpret the country and its people in terms of how they see their own history and of what they are trying to achieve. More than a political or diplomatic history, it discusses the economy, society, education and culture to help the reader understand and explain modern Syria. A description of the country deals with the physical and other factors which have influenced Syria’s development. An historical survey concentrates mainly on the period after the Second World War and explains why a knowledge of Syrian history is important and why Syrians look at their history in the way they do. The achievements, problems and failures of President Asad are fully discussed. Further chapters explain the ideological factors which have been of vital importance in Syrian politics, the development of education, the economy and society. The author looks at examples of contemporary Syrian literature and the way in which writers view the problems of their society and culture. This is a clear, succinct and readable account of modern Syria which will be essential for all those studying the Middle East, the developing world or international relations. |
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Politics and Society Derek Hopwood. SYRIA 1945–1986 Politics and Society DEREK HOPWOOD First published in 1988 This edition first published in 2014. Title Page.
Politics and Society Derek Hopwood. First published in 1988 This edition first published in 2014 by Routledge 2 Park Square, Milton Park, Abingdon, Oxon, OX14 4RN and by Routledge 711 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017 Routledge is an ...
... First published in 1988 British Library Cataloguing in Publication Data Hopwood , Derek Syria 1945-1986 : politics and society . 1. Syria - History — 20th century I. Title 956.91'042 DS98.2 ISBN 0-04-445039_7 ISBN 0-04-445046 - X Pbk ...
... first hand impressions and on innumerable conversations with Syrian colleagues and friends and with scholars studying Syria . Among them I would like to mention Ruth and Kamal Abu Deeb , great friends and commentators on the Arab and ...
... and shopkeepers sit gossiping and waiting for custom outside their shops . In November the first heavy showers wash the dust from the leaves ; it is autumn . Water The Nile is life to Egypt , the Tigris Syria and the Syrians 3 Climate.
Contents
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2 The Emerging State | 13 |
3 Independence 19451970 | 31 |
4 Syria under Asad 19711986 | 54 |
5 Politics and Ideologies | 79 |
6 The Search for Economic Progress | 102 |
7 The Pursuit of Education | 115 |
8 The Growth of Culture | 132 |
9 People and Society | 166 |
10 Conclusion | 183 |
Chronology of Events | 185 |
Important Personalities | 187 |
Bibliography | 188 |
Index | 191 |