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"This second edition of Historical Dictionary of the Gulf Arab States comes at a time when the world's attention is focused on the Middle East. The small states covered in this volume - Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) - possess about 20% of the world's total oil reserves. Beyond the strategic and economic importance conferred upon them by these vast reserves, the Gulf Arab states are worthy of attention for their history...
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Overview: The geopolitical importance of the Gulf region is a source both of great interest and great tension. David Commins here provides an in-depth narrative of the modern political history of the Gulf States, providing a comprehensive and accessible account of their recent development and strategic importance. Focusing primarily on economic, cultural, religious, and social themes from the 14th century to the present, The Gulf States covers key...
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