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. 1. Syria. and. the. Syrians. DOI: 10.4324/9781315818955-1 Our idealism is the optimistic spirit which is confident in itself, its nation and its future. (M. Aflaq). The. Land. Syria is both a country and ...
Politics and Society Derek Hopwood. Homs . The slopes of the mountains facing the sea benefit from moistureladen ... was the basis of Damascus ' prosperity . Fertile Crescent The Fertile Crescent is the name given to a large area of ...
... a new dam on the river has lowered the water level and cut off the power to turn them . Modern motor pumps are taking over . The Barada near Damascus has been extensively used to irrigate the fields and orchards of the city . The water is ...
... a German firm built the famous narrow gauge Hijaz railway from the city to Medina in Arabia to take Muslims on the pilgrimage to Mecca in greater comfort. (This was the railway attacked by the Arabs with Lawrence of Arabia several.
... the area. A French town planner and an architect drew up a city development plan which was put into operation in collaboration with the Syrian services. New suburbs, often with tree- lined roads, were developed and, as in other cases, the ...
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 | |