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Peterson, J. E. was born on December 9, 1947 in Kimball, Nebraska, United States. Son of Donald H. and Erma G. (Harmon) Peterson.
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This book opens with an interesting question: Why do monarchies, which seem to be dying out everywhere else, thrive in the Middle East? The answer by Peterson, an expert on the Arabian peninsula who has already written fine books on Oman and North Yemen, is that the Emirs of the Arab Gulf have sought to be accountable to their citizens through a flexible mixture of traditional assemblies like the diwan and modern instruments like parliaments and an independent press. Peterson illustrates his argument with detailed case studies of political institutions in Kuwait and Bahrain and with looser comparisons of the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Oman, and Saudi Arabia. Lucid writing and fascinating anecdotes make the text accessible to undergraduates interested in the Gulf, modernization, or democratization in the Third World. Choice
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Oman was ruled by the Al Bu Sa’id for 250 years, and during this period the fortunes of the state varied considerably. But in July 1970, as a result of a palace coup, the state abruptly turned away from isolation and traditions of the past. The most obvious alteration was in the dramatic change in the outward appearance of the country, particularly as exemplified by the rejection of the long era of stagnation and the parallel emphasis on socio-economic development. In the political realm, however, the shifting balance of power and the rapid growth and diversification of the state’s administrative structure were based essentially on perennial themes in Omani politics. The interplay between four of these themes forms the basis of this study, first published in 1978. The role of the Sultan and the ruling family, the development of the administration, the exercise of tribal politics and the impact of external influences on the state are closely examined and the modifications they went in response to the various challenges of the twentieth century are discussed. The constant flux in the relative importance of each of these themes illustrates the fragile nature of the traditional Omani political system, for in the twentieth century the Al Bu Sa’id Sultanate found its precarious hold over the country challenged on a number of occasions. These challenges – ranging from the tribal and religious rebellion of 1913-20, to the Marxist-Leninist revolt in Dhufar – are also analysed in detail, together with the response of the Sultanate to their impact.
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This revised edition of the Historical Dictionary of Saudia Arabia provides essential data and guidance on the modern development of the country, as well as on its origins, traditions, and history. Recently updated to cover developments that have occurred since 1993, the entries define: o Geographic features o Leading personalities o Families and tribes o Cities and regions o Arabic words and phrases o Islamic terminology and rituals Fully cross-referenced and supplemented by maps, genealogical charts, extensive chronology, and bibliography.
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(The Arab Gulf States: Steps Toward Political Participatio...)
The Arab Gulf States: Steps Toward Political Participation (Media and Society Series #131) The Arab Gulf States: Steps Toward Political Participation (Media and Society Series #131) by Peterson, John ( Author ) Hardcover Jan- 1988 Hardcover Jan- 20- 1988
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Peterson, J. E. was born on December 9, 1947 in Kimball, Nebraska, United States. Son of Donald H. and Erma G. (Harmon) Peterson.
Bachelor, University Arizona, 1970. Master of Arts, University Arizona, 1971. Doctor of Philosophy, Johns Hopkins University, 1977.
Research analyst, Library. of Congress, Washington, 1977-1978; assistant professor government, Bowdoin College, Brunswick, Maine., 1978-1979; assistant professor government, College of William and Mary, Williamsburg, Virginia, 1979-1983; Hooper fellow, Foreign Policy Research Institute, Philadelphia, 1983-1984; freelance writer, consultant, Washington, 1984-1989; historian, Office of Deputy Prime Minister for Security and Defense, Muscat, Sultanate of Oman, since 1989.
( This book opens with an interesting question: Why do mo...)
(The Arab Gulf States: Steps Toward Political Participatio...)
(This revised edition of the Historical Dictionary of Saud...)
( The development of North Yemen in the twentieth century...)
( The development of North Yemen in the twentieth century...)
( Oman was ruled by the Al Bu Sa’id for 250 years, and du...)
( The defence of the Gulf has been a vital strategic conc...)
( The defence of the Gulf has been a vital strategic conc...)
Fellow American Political Science Association, Middle East Studies Association.