The Arab Mind
By Raphael Patai.
Description
ONE OF THE GREAT LANDMARKS OF CULTURAL STUDIESFirst published in 1973, revised in 1983, and now updated with new demographic information about the Arab world, The Arab Mind takes readers on a journey through the societies and peoples of a complex and volatile region. This sensitive study explores the historical origins of Arab nationalism, the distinctive rhetorical style of Arabic speakers and its effect on politics, traditional attitudes toward child-rearing practices, the status of women, the beauty of Arabic literature, and much more.MORE RELEVANT NOW THAN EVERSince September 11, the bo...
ISBN(s)
1578262453, 9781578262458
