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Iraq by John Robertson

Iraq

A History

John Robertson

Oneworld Publications · Print & ebook · October 11, 2016

Cities, scripts, literature, the rule of law – all were born in Iraq.

Iraq War (2003-2011)Iraq HistoryCivilizations
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Iraq History, Iraq War (2003-2011), Civilizations
Published
Oneworld Publications, October 11, 2016

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Cities, scripts, literature, the rule of law – all were born in Iraq. That so many see this ancient land as nothing more than a violent backwater steeped in chaos is a travesty. This is the place where, for the first 5,000 years of human history, all innovations of worth emerged. It was the cradle of civilization.

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In this unrivalled study, John Robertson details the greatness and grandeur of Iraq’s achievements, the brutality and magnificence of its ancient empires and its extraordinary contributions to the world. The only work in the English language to explore the history of the land of two rivers in its entirety, it takes readers from the seminal advances of its Neolithic inhabitants to the aftermath of the American and British-led invasion, the rise of Islamic State and Iraq today. A fascinating and thought-provoking analysis, it is sure to be greatly appreciated by historians, students and all those with an interest in this diverse and enigmatic country. This paperback edition features a new epilogue, bringing the work up to date and looking ahead to Iraq’s future.

Regional Context

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  • Cultural-literacy context
  • Study-friendly historical overview

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  • Iraq-centered scope
  • Neighbouring-region perspective

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Iraq History98%
Iraq War (2003-2011)38%
Civilizations26%

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Publisher categories

  • History
  • Middle Eastern History
  • Iraq War (2003-2011)
Authors
John Robertson
Publisher
Oneworld Publications
Published
October 11, 2016
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
History