Unmaking of the Middle East

Explore the tumultuous history of the Middle East with The Unmaking of the Middle East by Jeremy Salt, published by the University of California Press in 2009. This insightful paperback, spanning 484 pages, delves into the complex and often bloody legacy of Western intervention in Arab lands.

Salt chronicles pivotal events that have intricately shaped the region, from the colonial exploits of the French in Algeria and the British in Egypt during the 19th century to the ongoing struggles encapsulated by the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and the Iraq War.

Richly detailed and thought-provoking, this book invites readers to consider the profound impact of historical actions on contemporary Middle Eastern realities. A must-read for anyone interested in understanding the intricate dynamics of one of the world's most contested regions.