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First published in 1939, Syria As It Is provides a comprehensive overview of the political history of Syria. It covers themes like the great Lebanon; the oldest city of the world; Druzes of Lebanon; stronghold of Islam; means of salvation; government of the Djebel Druze; Easter at Hama and Homs; disunited Syria; Republic of Syria till 1922; government of Latakia; and cedars of Lebanon. Rich in archival sources, maps, and images, this book is an essential read for students and scholars of Middle East history, Syrian history, and history in general.

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Author:   Helen Cameron Gordon
Publisher:   Taylor & Francis Ltd
Imprint:   Routledge
Weight:   0.385kg
ISBN:  

9781032352121

ISBN 10:   1032352124
Pages:   274
Publication Date:   30 September 2022
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Undergraduate
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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Table of Contents

1. The Great Lebanon (Republic of Lebanon) 2. The Oldest City of the World (Republic of Lebanon) 3. Druzes of Lebanon (Republic of Lebanon) 4. The Sun- Master of Men (Republic of Lebanon) 5. A Stronghold of Islam (Republic of Syria) 6. Means of Salvation (Republic of Syria) 7. A National Hero (Republic of Syria) 8. A Wilderness of Stones (Government of the Djebel Druze) 9. Easter at Hama and Homs (Republic of Syria) 10. The Story of Zenoubia, Queen of Palmyra (Republic of Syria) 11. Haleb Al Shahba (Republic of Syria) 12. The Romance of Seif-Ed-Daula (Republic of Syria) 13. Disunited Syria 14. ‘A City of Cilicia’ (Republic of Syria till 1922) 15. Tragic Antioch (Sandjak of Haytay) 16. The Crusades (Government of Latakia) 17. Cedars of Lebanon (Republic of Lebanon) Glossary Bibliography Index

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