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What are the defining characteristics of the sprawling era known as the Middle Ages? What sets ancient Egypt apart from other ancient civilizations? And what is the legacy of the twentieth-century genocide known as the Holocaust? These are some of the ideas explored in Understanding World History, a series that surveys the political, social, and cultural trends of major periods and events in world history. Primary and secondary source quotes bring historical events to life. Source notes, a bibliography for further research, and index provide additional tools for student researchers. Book jacket.
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School Library Journal Review
Gr 7 Up-These two utilitarian volumes give clear and detailed explanations of their subjects. Afghanistan is organized chronologically and covers events from September 11, 2001, to the end of 2013, while Arab Spring delves into the historical background of politics in Northern Africa and the Middle East, then examines the uprisings in Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya, touching on relevant events in surrounding nations as well. Though these books are written from an American perspective, the authors strive to offer a balanced, accurate portrayal of events. The writing style in both titles is straightforward, if somewhat dry. While these books will be most useful to students writing reports, they provide valuable coverage of recent events and will fill a gap in many collections.-Misti Tidman, Licking County Library, Newark, OH (c) Copyright 2014. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.
Booklist Review
This timely book chronicles events of the Arab Spring, a wave of demonstrations and protests against traditional Arab regimes between 2010 and 2013, some ending in regime change, some in political reforms, and some put down or still festering. Like other titles in the Understanding World History series, this survey begins with a description of defining characteristics of the period and some background. Three chapters focus on particular countries: Tunisia, Egypt, and Libya. A conclusion offers legacies, which are difficult to enumerate from an unfinished movement. The author's explanations are clear; his sources are mostly American or English, often news articles from the period, but also include material from Al Jazeera and other Arab sites. One sidebar repeats an often-used quote from the Koran about beating one's wife, though it doesn't acknowledge the complexity of the Muslim teachings (or any religious teachings) and might be seen as supporting stereotypes. Otherwise the treatment of religion seems fair and respectful. Helpful back matter adds value for student research.--Isaacs, Kathleen Copyright 2014 Booklist
Table of Contents
| Foreword | p. 4 |
| Important Events of the Arab Spring Uprisings | p. 6 |
| Introduction: The Defining Characteristics of the Arab Spring | p. 8 |
| Chapter 1 What Conditions Led to the Arab Spring? | p. 14 |
| Chapter 2 Tunisia's Jasmine Revolution | p. 26 |
| Chapter 3 Eighteen Days That Changed Egypt | p. 39 |
| Chapter 4 Death of a Libyan Dictator | p. 53 |
| Chapter 5 What Are the Legacies of the Arab Spring? | p. 67 |
| Source Notes | p. 80 |
| Important People of the Arab Spring Uprisings | p. 84 |
| For Further Research | p. 87 |
| Index | p. 90 |
| Picture Credits | p. 95 |
| About the Author | p. 96 |
