History 182 - The Middle East in Modern Times

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Claremont McKenna College

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Khazeni This seminar examines the social, political, and economic history of the Middle East since 1500. Beginning with an examination of early modern states and societies, the seminar will go on to explore the ways in which capitalist market economies, European penetration, and nation building projects have transformed and restructured the region during modern times. Subjects include the Ottoman era, the territorial settlement of the Middle East and the emergence of the Mandate System after the First World War, nationalism and the question of Palestine, and the emergence of modern Islamic movements. Offered every spring semester.

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1.50

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.claremontmckenna.edu/

Phone Number:

(909) 621-8000

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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