{"product_id":"the-state-of-the-middle-east-an-atlas-of-conflict-and-resolution","title":"The State of the Middle East: An Atlas of Conflict and Resolution","description":"A valuable tool for understanding the Middle East and global politics, this innovative and information-packed volume combines clear, analytical text with full-color maps and graphics to provide a comprehensive and accessible guide to the region today. As Western powers attempt to redraw the map of the region, Dan Smith uses his forensic skills to unravel this arena of confrontation and instability. With customarily acute analysis, he highlights key issues and maps their global implications to explain why the Middle East has become, and will remain, the focal point for international relations. Smith includes historical maps that show the making of the contemporary region as we recognize it today, as well as an original risk assessment that gauges the future of the Middle East and its implications for the world at large.\n\nThe Atlas covers a wide range of topics, including:\n\n* U.S. presence and policies\n\n* Arab-Israeli wars\n\n* Israel and Palestine\n\n* Iran and Iraq\n\n* Military spending\n\n* The Kurds and ethnic conflict\n\n* Libya and the U.S.\n\n* Oil and water\n\n* Islam in the world\n\nCopub: Myriad Editions Limited\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0520248686\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: BVV.0520248686.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Smith, Dan|Lacey, Candida\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact  including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Blue Vase Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43357952999485,"sku":"BVV.0520248686.G","price":6.29,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0589\/4225\/9261\/files\/0520248686-0.jpg?v=1784242275","url":"https:\/\/www.bluevasebooks.com\/products\/the-state-of-the-middle-east-an-atlas-of-conflict-and-resolution","provider":"Blue Vase Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}