From Babel to Dragomans – Bernard Lewis

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From Babel to Dragomans: Interpreting the Middle East by Bernard Lewis is a definitive collection of essays from one of the world’s foremost scholars on Islam and the Middle East. For over four decades, Lewis has been a trusted authority on the culture, religion, and politics of the Muslim world, offering invaluable insights into the complexities of the region. This book compiles his writings on a range of subjects, including Middle Eastern history, foreign affairs, the Iranian Revolution, and the state of Israel.

The collection features essays such as “What Saddam Wrought,” “Deconstructing Osama and His Evil Appeal,” and “The Enemies of God,” along with analyses of the role of the West in the region and the challenges facing Islam in the modern world. Lewis also explores the dynamics of secularism in the Muslim world, the intricacies of the Iranian Revolution, and the continuing impact of historical events on current affairs. With more than fifty pieces, this book is a crucial resource for anyone seeking to understand the Middle East from a historical, political, and cultural perspective.

For anyone interested in gaining a deep and comprehensive understanding of the Middle East, its challenges, and its future, From Babel to Dragomans offers expert analysis and thought-provoking reflections from one of the most respected scholars of our time.