The Middle East Economy: Decline and Recovery: Selected Essays (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781558761032)

In this work, Charles Issawi examines the main reasons for the economic decline of the Middle East. He discusses climate, geography, and religion, with particular emphasis on the military elite, whose contempt for artisans and merchants thwarted positive economic initiatives. The role played by minorities and foreigners throughout the region's history is also examined. Finally, the author compares the economic histories of different Middle Eastern countries with each other, and with other areas of the world where similar conditions prevailed.

Author: Charles Issawi
ISBN-10: 1558761039
ISBN-13: 9781558761032
Publisher: Markus Wiener Publishers
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2010
Pages: 248
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.81lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d