The People Want

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A Radical Exploration of the Arab Uprising

By Gilbert Achcar

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The People Want by Gilbert Achcar analyses the political and social changes during the Arab Spring. It delves into the roots of the uprisings and the aspirations of the people involved, while exploring the broader Middle Eastern context. Achcar offers insights into the complex motivations and challenges faced by those striving for revolution and reform in the region.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in understanding the complex socio-political dynamics of the Arab uprisings from a critical perspective. It offers an insightful analysis of the region's struggles for democracy and freedom, examining the underlying causes and potential future developments.

The People Want

The essential guide to understanding the roots and continuing significance of the Arab uprisings. This edition features a new preface and postscript drawing a balance sheet of the regional uprising's first decade.

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The People Want: the first half of slogans chanted by millions of Arab protesters in 2011 revealed a long-suppressed craving for democracy. But huge social and economic problems were also laid bare by their demands.

In this landmark work, noted Middle East analyst Gilbert Achcar assesses the roots and dynamics of the Arab uprisings and analyses the specific socio-economic features that hinder the region's development. Achcar also sheds light on the nature and role of the movements that use Islam as a political banner and the oil monarchies that sponsor them.

With incisive and invaluable insight, Achcar outlines the requirements for a lasting solution to the social crisis and the contours of a progressive political alternative. What we have witnessed to date is only the beginning of a revolutionary process that is likely to extend for many more years to come.

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The People Want by Gilbert Achcar is praised for its insightful analysis of the Arab Spring and the socio-political dynamics in the Middle East. The book is lauded for its depth of research and clear articulation of complex issues, providing a balanced perspective on the motivations behind the uprisings and the resulting impacts. Achcar's expertise in the region is highlighted as a strong point, bringing valuable context and understanding to the unfolding events.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780863564772

Publisher: Saqi Books

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 31 March 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Saqi Books

Contributors:

Translated by G. M. Goshgarian
Translated by GM Goshgarian

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 436g

Pages: 400

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About the Author

Gilbert Achcar taught and researched in Beirut, Paris and Berlin. He is currently Professor of Development Studies and International Relations at SOAS, University of London. His other works include Perilous Power: The Middle East and US Foreign Policy, co-authored.

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