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    The Middle East: A Beginner's Guide

    By Philip Robins

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    Stuffed with historical background, real-life examples, profiles of key figures from Nasser to Gadaffi, and popular jokes from the region, The Middle East: A Beginner’s Guide is easy-to-read and full of insight. Philip Robins is University Lecturer in Middle East Politics at Oxford University. He is the author of A History of Jordan and has previously worked as a journalist for the BBC.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherOneworld Publications
    Release dateJul 1, 2009
    ISBN9781780740614
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    The Middle East: A Beginner's Guide
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    Philip Robins

    Philip Robins is Reader in Middle East Politics at Oxford University. He is the author of A History of Jordan and has previously worked as a journalist for the BBC and Guardian.

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