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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... Aleppo , and the area known as the Jazira ( the ' island ' ) , a fertile area in northeastern Syria lying between the two rivers , the Tigris and the Euphrates . It forms part of the larger area now 2 Syria 1945-1986 Fertile Crescent.
... Aleppo in the north is Syria's second city in size and importance to Damascus . Rather remote from other urban areas is Dair al - Zur , far to the east on the river Euphrates , a centre for the fertile lands to the north and the desert ...
... Aleppo rivals Damascus in antiquity and history and no other place which is still inhabited and flourishing can boast of a comparable history . It dominates its surrounding area and inspires a loyalty which has traditionally been ...
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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 |