middle east

This book presents a history of Lebanon, a small slice of land on the edge of Asia that sits on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean Sea, and explains that Lebanon today has a national unity government with a Maronite Christian as president.

This book presents a history of Syria, focusing on the country's role in the current political climate of the modern Middle East.

This book presents a history of the United Arab Emirates, which was formed in 1971 and which is made up of seven individual emirates whose rulers demonstrate their interest in a tolerant society.

Examines the medieval crusades and the religious fervor that inspired the confrontation between Christianity and Islam.

Offers a comprehensive history of America's involvement in the Middle East from George Washington to George W. Bush, discussing the profound impact America has had on the region's turbulent social and political history.

This book describes the major wars of the Middle East since 1948, discusses the development of the various armed forces involved, and assesses the effectiveness of these forces' organization and weaponry.

"Of all the world's ancient civilisations, it is perhaps Ancient Greece that has the strongest hold over the modern imagination. The history, philosophy and literature continue to intrigue and enthral. Now John Hazel has compiled the definitive biographical guide to the Greek and Hellenistic world from 750 BC to the end of the Roman Empire. Subjects covered include: philosophers such as Socrates and Plato; poets, including Sappho and Sophocles; monarchs and warriors from Alexander the Great to the brilliant Theban general Epaminondas; and memorably infamous figures such as the traitor Ephalites and Alexander's corrupt treasurer Harpalus."--BOOK JACKET.