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Voices of the Arab Spring : personal stories from the Arab revolutions

Title
Voices of the Arab Spring : personal stories from the Arab revolutions / Asaad al-Saleh.
Author
Saleh, Asaad
Publication
New York : Columbia University Press, [2015]

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Description
xxiv, 244 pages; 23 cm
Summary
"Narrated by dozens of activists and everyday individuals involved in the Arab Spring, this book documents the unprecedented events that led to the collapse of dictatorial regimes in Tunisia, Egypt, Libya, and Yemen. Arab citizens were called to join the revolt during the second half of 2011, while the revolutionary moment was still unfolding. Their stories offer unique access to the message that inspired citizens to act, their experiences during revolt, and the lessons they learned from some of the most dramatic changes and appalling events to occur in the history of the Arab world. The riveting, revealing, and at times heartbreaking stories in this volume also include voices from Syria. Featuring participants from a variety of social and educational backgrounds and political commitments, these personal stories of action represent the true phenomenon of the Arab Spring's united though broad social movements, collective identities, and youthful character. For years, these participants lived under regimes that brutally suppressed free expression and protest. Their testimony speaks to the multifaceted emotional, psychological, and cultural factors motivating citizens to join together and fight, putting a human face on events that might seem abstract or impersonal to many in the West"--Provided by publisher.
Subjects
Bibliography (note)
  • Includes bibliographical references.
Contents
Foreword: Understanding recent social and political developments in the Middle East and North Africa : a personal odyssey / Peter Sluglett -- Tunisia -- Egypt -- Libya -- Yemen -- Syria.
Call Number
JFE 15-2230
ISBN
  • 9780231163187
  • 0231163185
  • 9780231163194
  • 0231163193
LCCN
2014019952
OCLC
892803912
Author
Saleh, Asaad, author.
Title
Voices of the Arab Spring : personal stories from the Arab revolutions / Asaad al-Saleh.
Publisher
New York : Columbia University Press, [2015]
Type of Content
text
Type of Medium
unmediated
Type of Carrier
volume
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
Research Call Number
JFE 15-2230
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