The Modern Middle East
A Social and Cultural History
(Author) Ilan PappeAccessible and original, The Modern Middle East continues to energise discussion and stimulate debate on the region's history and provides new insights and perspectives on its story. This third edition has been brought right up to date with recent events, and includes the developments through the Arab Spring, more economic history, much more focus on gender history and discussion of religion in the region from a broad perspective.
Ilan Pappe
Ilan Pappe is an Israeli historian known for his controversial works on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His most notable works include "The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine" and "The Idea of Israel." Pappe's writing style is characterized by a strong critique of Israeli policies and a focus on Palestinian perspectives. He has made significant contributions to the field of Middle Eastern history and has had a major impact on the discourse surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. "The Ethnic Cleansing of Palestine" is considered his most famous work, shedding light on the forced displacement of Palestinians during the creation of the state of Israel.