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The Middle East

By: Philip Robins
Narrated by: Richard Aspel
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The Middle East is notoriously complex and difficult. This compact audiobook on the topic by the University of Oxford's leading expert does not shirk the challenge. Organised thematically, and dealing with all the pivotal issues in the region, from oil and religion, to gender and conflict, this comprehensive primer is both easy to listen to and full of insight. Stuffed with historical background, real-life examples, profiles of key figures from Nasser to Gadaffi, and even popular jokes from the area, The Middle East will captivate tourists, students, and the interested general reader alike.

©2009 Philip Robins (P)2012 Bolinda Publishing Middle East Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences United States World Funny

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Leading expert on the Middle East Philip Robins, of Oxford, presents his subject in plain terms. Narrator Aspal's patient voice will be a listener's guide while she seeks to build a more nuanced understanding of this part of the world.

Robins takes care to clarify common misconceptions about this diverse region of the world and its too-often stereotyped reputation, going into detail about geography, cultural customs, religious diversity, and political hardship. At this moment in history it is more essential than ever to understand the region. Whether you are planning to visit the Middle East and are wanting to be informed, or whether you just feel like you'd like to learn more, this book is a good place to begin.
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Much more than just an overview, insightful, accurate and doesn't pull any punches when it comes to colonial Empirical and Islamic influences and consequences

Packed with in depth information

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Very informative easy listening. The narrator's voice can be a little robotic sounding but overall a worthwhile listening experience.

Very informative easy listening

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there is lads of information sometimes you need to stop and come back to it . it is due to the fact that is very fast read . but I enjoyed it.

loads of information and is read very fast . good

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Would you consider the audio edition of Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides to be better than the print version?

Superb production packed with oodles of fact and information.

What other book might you compare Middle East: Bolinda Beginner Guides to, and why?

Up to date situation explained and documented.

Which character – as performed by Richard Aspel – was your favourite?

First class narration.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Ideal for listening to on car journeys of 1 hour duration.

I wish I had read this years ago....

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