The Making of the Modern Gulf States: Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and Oman

By Rosemarie Said Zahlan

Book Overview

This book, first published in 1989, tells the story of the Gulf States, their evolution from colonial dependency to statehood, and their transformation by oil. The result is an informed and balanced picture of the political, economic, religious and cultural character of the area.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 113818182X
• ISBN13: 9781138181823
• Release Date: February 2016
• Publisher: Routledge
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.2" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

The Best Introduction Available

This is the best introduction available on the Gulf states, examining such critical themes as the British imperial legacy and the relationship between state, economy, and social classes. It certainly offers a non-Orientalist treatment and avoids the condescending and often bigoted discourse adopted by such colonial-minded writers as J.B. Kelly. The late Said-Zahlan had a full mastery of the British archives and extensive knowledge of the region. This is reflected in this valuable and concise introductory work.