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A land of aching hearts : the Middle East in the Great War

Fawaz, Leila Tarazi, 1944-

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\"The Great War of 1914-1918 reshaped the political geography of the Middle East, destroying a centuries-old, multinational empire, while creating the nation-states of today's Middle East. The political aftermath of the war has proven as heavily contested as the military battles that shaped the conflict. After a century of change, however, the social experience of the region's inhabitants during those four trying years has faded into the background. This book illuminates the challenges of the civilians who endured and the soldiers who fought through four calamitous years. It is a story of resilience in the midst of hardship, courage in the face of death, and triumph in the cauldron of battle. In this telling, the First World War is not just a global event, but a personal story running across regions and along fronts. From soldiers encountering new worlds on distant battlefields to civilians staving off hunger at home and refugees escaping persecution abroad, the war profoundly upended the social identities and historical memories of the region. For these reasons, and due to the political settlement that followed, World War I stands as the defining moment that shaped the direction of the Middle East for the next 100 years. This social history testifies to the resourcefulness of the people of the region, in particular those of Greater Syria, investigates their experiences, and serves as a foundation for understanding the Great War's enduring legacy\"--Provided by publisher.

• Publisher: Harvard University Press
• Subject: World War, 1914-1918 Social aspects Middle East. / World War, 1914-1918 Social aspects Syria. / Civilians in war Middle East History 20th century. / Soldiers Middle East History 20th century. / Middle East History 1914-1923. / Middle East History, Military 20th century. / Syria History, Military 20th century. / Middle East Social conditions 20th century. / Syria Social conditions 20th century.
• ISBN: 9780674735491, 0674735498

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Call Number	Copies	Material	Location
D524.7.M53 F39 2014	1	BOOK	AUTOSTORE