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A History of Social Justice and Political Power in the Middle East,Used
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From ancient Mesopotamia into the 20th century, 'the Circle of Justice' as a concept has pervaded Middle Eastern political thought and underpinned the exercise of power in the Middle East. The Circle of Justice depicts graphically how a governments justice toward the population generates political power, military strength, prosperity, and good administration.This book traces this set of relationships from its earliest appearance in the political writings of the Sumerians through four millennia of Middle Eastern culture. It explores how people conceptualized and acted upon this powerful insight, how they portrayed it in symbol, painting, and story, and how they transmitted it from one regime to the next. Moving towards the modern day, the author shows how, although the Circle of Justice was largely dropped from political discourse, it did not disappear from peoples political culture and expectations of government. The book demonstrates the Circles relevance to the Iranian Revolution and the rise of Islamist movements all over the Middle East, and suggests how the concept remains relevant in an age of capitalism.A 'must read' for students, policymakers, and ordinary citizens, this book will be an important contribution to the areas of political history, political theory, Middle East studies and Orientalism.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'A History of Social Justice and Political Power in the Middle East'? A: The main theme of the book is the concept of 'the Circle of Justice,' which illustrates how a government's justice toward its population can create political power, military strength, and good governance throughout Middle Eastern history.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'A History of Social Justice and Political Power in the Middle East' is Linda T. Darling.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on October 29, 2012.
- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book contains 416 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of the book? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students and policymakers? A: Yes, the book is considered a 'must read' for students, policymakers, and anyone interested in political history and Middle Eastern studies.
- Q: What historical periods does the book cover? A: The book traces the concept of the Circle of Justice from ancient Mesopotamia to the 20th century.
- Q: Does the book address modern political movements? A: Yes, the book discusses the relevance of the Circle of Justice in the context of the Iranian Revolution and contemporary Islamist movements in the Middle East.
- Q: Can this book help in understanding Middle Eastern political culture? A: Absolutely, it provides insights into how historical concepts have shaped modern political expectations and culture in the Middle East.
- Q: What areas of study does this book contribute to? A: The book contributes to political history, political theory, Middle East studies, and Orientalism.