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“Europeans and Americans should remember how arrogant, hypocritical and often foolish their states have been in their relations with the Middle East. “It is a history that should be taken as an example.”

THE ECONOMIST

“The history of a rich geography stretching from Morocco to Yemen and Iraq. “This work explains many things we need to know about today's world.”

SIMON SEBAG MONTEFIORE, AUTHOR OF JERUSALEM

Starting from the Ottoman conquests in the sixteenth century, this groundbreaking book describes the period of European colonialism in the Arab geography, the rivalry of superpowers in the Cold War, and the current period of unipolar American hegemony. Arabs , written using the stories of witnesses who lived in the turbulent years of the Arab world and the works written in those years, brings together different voices: politicians, intellectuals, students, men and women, poets and novelists, celebrities and unknown people.

Rogan's book covers the entire Arab world, from North Africa to the Arabian Peninsula. While examining the evolution of Arab identity from Ottoman to Arab and Muslim, national independence, domination by foreign powers, Arab-Israeli conflict and peace process, Abdul Nasser and the rise of Arab nationalism, oil's political and economic power. Cu¨ examines in depth issues such as the conflict between secular and Islamic values.

“Anyone who wants to learn why the Islamic world has a grudge against the West should read The Arabs . Few academics have as much command of their field of interest as Eugene Rogan. Much less can convey such a complex subject to its readers in a very easy-to-read way. “This book is a pleasure to read and equally difficult to put aside.”

- ALISTAIR HORNE -

“A masterful, comprehensive and extremely well-written survey of modern Arab history. "An indispensable work for both the general reader and those who research the Arab world."

- RASID HALIDI, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY -

“Eugene Rogan writes about the Middle East with rare empathy, wisdom, and insight. This is one of the most valuable works written on this complex and controversial geography. Western academics have written many works about the Middle East, but these were mostly written from a foreign perspective. In their works, Arabs are more like pieces of wreckage washed ashore in the sea of international relations. On the contrary, Rogan conveys the last five centuries of the Middle East from the inside looking out. It conveys the history of the Arabs from their perspective and uses an impressive number of Arab sources. "This is a fascinating piece of history, and Eugene Rogan has done an amazing job."

- AVI SHLAIM -

“It shows how Western intervention and poor domestic governance have not only disenfranchised the Arab world, but also turned people against each other.”

- GEORGE PENDLE, FINANCIAL TIMES -

“A remarkable new book written by a serious researcher about a region that is likely to become more vocal in the future. Rogan is very successful in dragging us along while explaining the rapidly changing face of the power games. The history Rogan writes has depth. There is no doubt that he has done a great service to his generation.”

- MARK ALLEN, THE TABLET -

“I am wonderful in every sense. "An essential guide to understanding the modern history and future of the Arabs."

- AKBAR AL ADAB -

“Oxford University lecturer Rogan says that Western intellectuals and leaders do not know exactly how Arabs perceive their own history, and this causes many problems. Thus, it offers a history that begins with the Ottoman conquest in 1517 and describes the Arab response to foreign domination and influence. Rogan describes the Ottoman imperial structures and the structures of the colonial European powers. Then comes the Second World War and the establishment of Israel until today.” BOOKLIST

“There is no better guide to the modern history of the Arab world than Eugene Rogan. He pays attention to the inside information contained in the memoirs of the Arabs, as well as to the colonial plans drawn up behind secret doors in Paris and London. It pays attention to popular movements and rebellions as well as to elite reformism. He does not hesitate to address controversial issues such as colonialism, orientalism and the Arab-Israeli conflict with the best evidence and documents at his disposal. Rogan offers a rare, realistic overview of the image of Arabness created by both local and Western colonial powers. Recently, the United States tried to rule over the Arabs without knowing anything about them, with predictable results. “Anyone who wants to pursue more productive policies with the Arab world in the future will find Rogan to be an invaluable guide.”

- JUAN COLE, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HISTORY DEPARTMENT -

“Eugene Rogan reminds us with grace, passion and understanding that Arabs and even the whole world should not forget the past. If we are to establish a better relationship between the Western world and the Arabs, if we are to avoid making the same mistakes over and over again, we have to know Arab history in detail. “I cannot think of a better guide than the Arabs on this essential journey.”

- MARGARET MACMILLAN -

“A lucid and thoughtful survey of Arab history, from the rise of the Ottoman Empire to the emergence of modern fundamentalist Islamic formations. "It's a breathtaking history."

- KIRKUS -

“Modern history told from an Arab perspective. "Rogan explains in detail the background of current events."

- BOOKLIST -

“A lens through which all readers can read the last five centuries of the Arab world in detail and use it to understand the turmoil, bigotry and complex situations. “Extremely knowledgeable and distinctly humanist, Rogan deftly uses the parallels of East and West.”

- THE ATLANTIC -

“A masterfully written book that is as enlightening as it is entertaining. The history of a people whose culture and character are often misunderstood. Read it. “You will learn a lot.”

- STEPHEN M. WALT FOREIGNPOLICY.COM -

“The narration of The Arabs is lively, subtle and readable.”

- THE GUARDIAN -

“A magnificent history told extremely well... What makes Rogan's book more valuable than others is that he describes the Arab-Israeli conflict in the context of efforts to reach more equal conditions with the West. Europeans and Americans should remember how arrogant, hypocritical and often foolish their states have been in their relations with the Middle East. “It is a history that should be taken as an example.”

- THE ECONOMIST -

“An incredibly ambitious book… Magnificently comprehensive, clear, wise and priceless.”

- THE SCOTSMAN -

“Beginning with the Ottoman Empire's conquest of the Arab world, The Arabs tells a striking story of the later centuries of the Middle East. Rogan's research on the Middle East is in-depth.”

- THE TIMES -

“Rogan's book is enlightening and balanced. It supports academic consistency with lively explanation. "A must-read for anyone who wants to understand the chaos the Middle East is currently experiencing."

- THE SPECTATOR -

“While Rogan tells the history of the Arabs in the last five centuries in his own words, he does not resort to a cursory narrative nor does he overwhelm the reader... It is truly impressive that the author is able to bring together all this information and show the humanity and evil on both sides of the conflicts. "Those who shape American policies should read The Arabs and take careful notes."

- DALLAS MORNING NEWS -

“Legit and reliable, he has created a wonderful story with attention to detail. "Rogan's work deserves to be among the classics such as Hitti and Hourani."

- FOREIGN AFFAIRS -

“An excellent book… Eugene Rogan has written a reliable and comprehensive history book.”

- THE TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT -

“A groundbreaking compilation of the last five centuries of Arab history. It is a book that can be easily read by general readers who know little about the Arab world. The author's style is fluent and free from academic jargon. However, it still provides invaluable information about the Arab world, from Iraq to Morocco, for experts on the subject.”

- MIDDLE EAST POLICY JOURNAL -

“Intriguing and enlightening… You won't be able to put it down.”

- ROBERT IRWIN THE GUARDIAN -

“Rogan explains in detail the political developments taking place in the Arab world. It clearly explains complex issues such as the Lebanese Civil War and the division of political movements in Palestine... The most striking feature of this book is that it shows how Arabs experience their history, using Arabic texts as a source. "The author's interest in the subject is obvious."

- SUNDAY TELEGRAPH -

“It is admirable that he handled this subject masterfully without using academic language.”

- ASIAN AFFAIRS -

“A reliable and comprehensive work from the pen of Eugene Rogan.”

- FRANCIS ROBINSON, THE TIMES LITERARY SUPPLEMENT -

“It shows how Western intervention and poor internal governance have not only disenfranchised the Arab world but also pitted it against itself.”

- GEORGE PENDLE, FINANCIAL TIMES -

“Eugene Rogan tells a history that, while being bloody, versatile and gripping, is mostly – and embarrassingly – foreign to us. If you want to understand why the Islamic world has a grudge against the West, be sure to read it.”

- MICHAEL PYE, SCOTSMAN -

“It focuses on the interaction between powers and the progression of events to place Arab history in a modern context.”

- ECONOMIST, BOOKS OF THE YEAR -

“Rogan is as poised as any mortal can be… The Arabs is an indispensable resource for anyone seeking a lucid, lively, and reliable overview of the region's past.”

- STEPHEN HOWE, NEW HUMANIST -

"Stunning."

- MICHAEL KERRIGAN, SCOTSMAN , BOOKS OF THE YEAR -

“It is very easy to read. Based on eyewitness accounts, diaries, memoirs and newspapers, this work - unlike many other works written by Western historians - conveys and reflects all these turbulent events from the voice of Arabs. One of the most important features of the book is the geographical area it covers. "Very few historians describing this period have dared to cover the entire geography inhabited by Arabs."

- ANNE ALEXANDER, SOCIALIST REVIEW -

“First-hand stories, vivid narration, and excellent research.”

- MARY RUSSELL, IRISH TIMES -

“Strikingly lively and reliable… An author who is well-versed in Arabic sources.”

- SUNDAY TIMES -

“A spectacularly created historical adventure. "If you want to learn about modern Arabs and how their relations with the Western world developed, you cannot find a better book."

- PROSPECT -

(From the Promotional Bulletin)

Page Design: Meral Gök
Cover Application: Fatma Can
Editor: Kemal Küçükgedik

Dough Type: 2nd Dough

First Printing Year: 2017

Number of Printings: 1st Edition Number

of Pages: 712

Size: 15.5 x 23.5

Media Type: Paperback