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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... feeling cannot be overstressed in trying to understand the complex of Syrian politics . There are nine such agro - cities , some larger and more important than others . Each includes a city of at least 50,000 people , several 4 Syria ...
... feeling of separate identity or its independence of thought . The modern city has now spread in an unplanned fashion into the outskirts . Both Homs and Hama on the road between Damascus and Aleppo are towns dating back to antiquity ...
... feelings . Sectarian loyalties also have a tendency to work against national loyalty . Although Syria is overwhelmingly Sunni Muslim , members of the various minority sects have played and continue to play important roles in the country ...
... feeling which preaches that the only hope for society in the contemporary world is a return to the original form of ... Feelings were intensified after Ali's two sons , Husain and Hasan , were killed by their opponents . As one Shii ...
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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 |