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London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson, Limited, 1989. 950 g; XVI, 464 pages, includes chapter notes, index, end page maps showing the "Arab world", with illustrated dust jacket. Aside from minor handling marks, and one page accidentally dogeared on a bottom corner, the book is in very good condition. "In no Arab country today is the democratic process, freedom of speech, or security, guaranteed by law, for the individual or for property. Despite technical assistance and aid flowing into the Arab countries and the stupendous wealth produced from oil, the vast majority remain poor and violence is customary and systemic. The author argues with extraordinary persuasive those that the Arabs are caught in a closed circle from which they have not been able to escape, a circle defined by deeply rooted tribal, religious and cultural traditions." -- front fold over blurb. Please note that this book will weigh more than 1 kg packed, and extra postage will be requested for delivery outside of Australia.. First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. historical -- Politics.