First in a series on The Middle East Confrontation States, this Handbook pro- vides a factual background account of Syria's history, government, ideology, economy and population; its inter-Arab relations and its relations with the Soviet Union and the international community. The Syria-Israel conflict is described in detail. Included are a Directory of political personalities, organizations and…
Dr. Mahathir was born on December 20, 1925, in Alor Setar, Kedah. While still in school, he was involved in the campaign against the Malayan Union in 1945-1946. Using the pseudonym C.H.E. Det, he frequently wrote articles about the Malay people and politics for the Sunday Times newspaper between 1946 and 1950. He had long been a member of UMNO, but he only became famous in 1964 when he won a…
A Date with Tomorrow by Wajih Mazboudi (1988) is a study on communication and information services during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. The book investigates how Saudi media address the many linguistic, cultural, and social groups among pilgrims, and critiques the lack of reliable audience data. Mazboudi calls for a dedicated Islamic broadcasting organization to improve the effectiveness…
In this book, the author deals with the communal problem as it has existed in the Federation of Malaya since the Second World War, when the non-Malay population ceased to be transient and became a part of the settled community. Dr Ratnam has selected for discussion those topics and issues which form the basis of communal disagreement-the creation of Malayan citizenship, the introduction of ele…
The book Ethnic Politics in Malaysia by R. K. Vasil examines the dynamics of communal and ethnic politics in post-independence Malaysia. Vasil explores how various ethnic groups (mainly Malay, Chinese, and Indian) interact within a pluralistic political system. He discusses power structures, the role of ethnic-based political parties, and the ways in which political elites build communal coalit…
This book highlights the political career of Dr. Mahathir Mohamad during his decade as Prime Minister of Malaysia, revealing the ups and downs he experienced as the country's leader. Hassan Hj. Hamzah describes Mahathir as a controversial figure: some see him as a dictator, but many also respect him as a hero of modernization. In this narrative, Hamzah examines the various political challenges,…
This concise and informed introduction to the way the Malaysian and Singapore governments work is based on the author’s unusual combination of academic training and professional field experience. Stanley Bedlington goes beyond a mere description of government institutions and political parties. He moves easily across various disciplines, including history, anthropology, sociology, and politic…
In this book, Jerome R. Bass investigates the political crisis in Malaysia between 1968 and 1970, a period marked by ethnic strife, communal tensions, and the collapse of traditional support for the ruling coalition. Bass examines the dynamics of the 1969 general election, the May 13 riots, and the institutional responses taken by Malaysia's political elite that subsequently reshaped the nation…
Since World War II the democratic systems adopted by states emerging from colonial rule have in some cases been abandoned and in others suspended or transformed. Two questions arise: Can democracy succeed in newly independent states dominated by communal cleavages? If so, what adjustments are necessary in Western models of democracy? Karl von Vorys contributes new answers by examining the polit…
Hachette World Guides: Lebanon is a comprehensive travel guide to Lebanon, providing detailed information on its history, culture, geography, social life, and economic conditions. It emphasizes Lebanon's ethnic and religious diversity, historic architecture, and culinary traditions. The guide also includes practical advice for travelers, including important places to visit, transportation, acco…