Cleveland, William L. <br/><br/>
A history of the modern middle east / 
William L Cleveland. 
 - illustrated edition ed. 
 - [S.l.] :  Westview Press,  1993. 
 - 528 p. ;  23 cm. 
<br/><br/> Paperback. 
<br/><br/> This comprehensive work provides an analysis of the last two centuries of Middle Eastern history, from the rise of the Safavids and Ottomans to the recent Gulf War. Explains the deep historical currents flowing beneath today's headlines--essential reading for anyone seeking a better understanding of today's turbulent world. Photos. Maps. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>0813305632 9780813305639 
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>956