Illustrator: None
Format: 215 x 138 mm
Pages: 200
Binding: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Hutchinson, London
Year: 1975
ISBN: 0-09105-551-2

ABOUT THIS BOOK

In this well-established classic Professor Lewis examines the key issues of Arab development—their identity, the national revival which cemented the creation of the Islamic state, and the social and economic pressures that destroyed the Arab kingdom and created the Islamic empire. Similarly, he analyses the forces which contributed to that empire’s eventual decline: political break-up, economic decay and extravagance, invasions, and the impact of the West. For, he argues, Western inventions have shattered the traditional economic structure, and demand a social, political and cultural readjustment that is still to be made.

'This notable history is as full of meat as the proverbial egg... The general outline stands out clear, fascinating and valuable.'  THE GUARDIAN 

'This stimulating little book...The continuous regard paid to the development of trade and economy deserves particular praise.'   HISTORY

'Professio Lewis has admirably achieved his object, notably  bringing out broad economic trends.'  INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS