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100			_akhalidi, Rashid
245			_aResurrecting Empire : _bwestern foot prints and America's perilous path in the middle east / _cRashid khalidi
260			_aBostan; _bBeacon Press, _c2005
300			_a223 Pages _bPbk
500			_aResurrecting Empire: Western Footprints and America's Perilous Path in the Middle East is a critical and thought-provoking examination of Western intervention in the Middle East and its far-reaching consequences. The book traces the historical legacy of colonialism, the Cold War, and post-9/11 foreign policy, revealing how the actions of Western powers, particularly the United States, have shaped the region's turbulent present. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of key events, from the Sykes-Picot Agreement and the creation of modern nation-states to the Iraq War and the Arab Spring, highlighting the recurring patterns of intervention, occupation, and unintended consequences. By drawing parallels between past and present, the book argues that America's attempts to impose its vision of democracy and stability in the Middle East have often exacerbated existing tensions, fueled anti-Western sentiment, and destabilized the region. Through a combination of historical research, political insight, and firsthand reporting, Resurrecting Empire sheds light on the complex dynamics of power, religion, and culture in the Middle East. It challenges readers to reconsider the assumptions and motivations behind Western policies and to reflect on the ethical and strategic implications of continued intervention. A timely and compelling work, Resurrecting Empire is essential reading for anyone seeking to understand the roots of conflict in the Middle East and the challenges facing U.S. foreign policy in an increasingly multipolar world. This book serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of overreach and the need for a more nuanced and respectful approach to international relations.
650			_aMiddle East- Relation- US _aDemocracy- Middle East _aArab-Israeli Conflict
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