A History Of The Arab Peoples Hourani 2002 Hardcover Belknap Harvard Middle East

A History of the Arab Peoples by Albert Hourani is widely regarded as one of the most authoritative and readable introductions to the history of the Arab world. This 2002 updated edition from The Belknap Press of Harvard University Press includes a new afterword by Malise Ruthven, updated notes, detailed maps, and extensive references. Covering more than thirteen centuries of political, cultural, religious, and social development, Hourani's work remains a foundational text for understanding the Middle East, Islamic civilization, Arab identity, and modern geopolitical history. Ideal for university students, researchers, historians, educators, and readers seeking a comprehensive and accessible narrative of Arab history. Item Details • Hardcover with dust jacket • Belknap Press / Harvard University Press • Updated 2002 edition with new afterword • Includes maps, photographs, bibliography, and index • Clean pages, tight binding, gently used condition • ISBN: 0-674-01017-