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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... the country better myself and to pass on my conclusions for the judgement of others. It is only one person's view of the country and there is obviously room for opposing or complementary views. My aim has been to try to explain why ...
... the local church. The Arab laity and priests bitterly resented this situation and in the late nineteenth century struggled successfully to elect an Arab patriarch of Damascus. This election was described as the 'first real victory for Arab ...
... the traditional pattern. They influenced the minds of the children and their parents who began to look to one of the European powers as a protector against possible Muslim intolerance. The Orthodox were 'protected' by Holy Russia until the ...
... the role of those who prepare. (M. Aflaq). History. to. 1914. Although Syria has an immensely long history stretching back to around 2500 BC, it is not the history of a unified and ... Arab army fighting under the banner The Emerging State.
Politics and Society Derek Hopwood. In AD 635 an Arab army fighting under the banner of Islam appeared in the area. This event heralded a profound change in the history of Syria – its permanent integration into the Arab and Islamic ...
Contents
1935 | |
Independence 19451970 | 1945 |
Syria under Asad 19711986 | 18 |
Politics and Ideologies | |
The Search for Economic Progress | |
The Pursuit of Education | |
The Growth of Culture | |
People and Society | |
Conclusion | |
Index | |