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Race and Slavery in the Middle East: An Historical Enquiry,Used
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From before the days of Moses up through the 1960s, slavery was a fact of life in the Middle East. Pagans, Jews, Christians, and Muslims bought and sold at the slave markets for millennia, trading the human plunder of wars and slave raids that reached from the Russian steppes to the African jungles. But if the Middle East was one of the last regions to renounce slavery, how do we account for itsand especially Islam'simage of racial harmony? How did these long years of slavery affect racial relations? In Race and Slavery in the Middle East, Bernard Lewis explores these questions and others, examining the history of slavery in law, social thought, and practice over the last two millennia.With 24 rare and intriguing fullcolor illustrations, this fascinating study describes the Middle East's culture of slavery and the evolution of racial prejudice. Lewis demonstrates how nineteenth century Europeans mythologized the region as a racial utopia in debating American slavery. Islam, in fact, clearly teaches nondiscrimination, but Lewis shows that prejudice often won out over pious sentiments, as he examines how Africans were treated, depicted, and thought of from antiquity to the twentieth century.'If my color were pink, women would love me/But the Lord has marred me with blackness,' lamented a black slave poet in Arabia over a millennium agoand Lewis deftly draws from these lines and others the nuances of racial relations over time. Islam, he finds, restricted enslavement and greatly improved the lot of slaveswho included, until the early twentieth century, some whiteswhile blacks occasionally rose to power and renown. But abuses ring throughout the written and visual record, from the horrors of capture to the castration and high mortality which, along with other causes, have left few blacks in many Middle Eastern lands, despite centuries of importing African slaves.Race and Slavery in the Middle East illuminates the legacy of slavery in the region where it lasted longest, from the days of warrior slaves and palace eunuchs and concubines to the final drive for abolition. Illustrated with outstanding reproductions of striking artwork, it casts a new light on this critical part of the world, and on the nature and interrelation of slavery and racial prejudice.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Race and Slavery in the Middle East'? A: The main theme of 'Race and Slavery in the Middle East' is the historical examination of slavery in the region from ancient times to the 1960s, addressing how it affected racial relations and the perception of racial harmony, particularly in the context of Islam.
- Q: Who is the author of the book and what is his background? A: The author of the book is Bernard Lewis, a renowned historian and expert on Middle Eastern history, whose scholarly work has focused on the history of slavery, social thought, and racial prejudice in the region.
- Q: What type of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes 24 rare and intriguing full-color illustrations that complement the text and provide visual context to the historical narrative of slavery in the Middle East.
- Q: How does the book address the relationship between Islam and slavery? A: The book explores how Islam teaches non-discrimination and restricted enslavement, while also examining the complexities of racial prejudice that persisted despite these teachings.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic research? A: Yes, 'Race and Slavery in the Middle East' is suitable for academic research, as it provides a well-researched historical account, backed by illustrations and extensive analysis of the subject matter.
- Q: What period does the book cover in discussing slavery? A: The book covers a broad historical period from before the days of Moses up through the 1960s, offering insights into the evolution of slavery and racial relations over two millennia.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format, making it accessible for readers who prefer a physical copy.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 224 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of its themes and topics.
- Q: In what ways does the book change the perception of slavery in the Middle East? A: The book casts new light on the legacy of slavery in the Middle East, highlighting how cultural, social, and racial issues intertwined throughout history, challenging previously held notions of racial harmony.
- Q: What condition is the book in and how does that affect its readability? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, which typically means it is readable and intact, though it may show signs of previous use.