Conflict on Mount Lebanon: The Druze, the Maronites and Collective Memory by Mak

Description: Conflict on Mount Lebanon by Makram Rabah Explores the course and the nature of the conflict between the Druze and the Maronites arguably the two founding communities of modern Lebanon. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Druze and the Maronites, arguably the two founding communities of modern Lebanon, have the reputation of being primordial enemies. Makram Rabah attempts to gauge the impact of collective memory on determining the course and the nature of the conflict between these communities in Mount Lebanon. He takes as his focus the War of the Mountain in 1982, reconstructing the events of this war through the framework of collective remembrance and oral history.He challenges the idea that these group identities were constructed by their respective centres of power within the Maronite and Druze community, providing an alternative to the prevailing meta-narrative. Telling the stories of the many people who took part in these events, or who simply suffered as a consequence, helps to expose the intrinsic motives which led to this conflict and makes a valuable contribution to the field of Lebanese historical scholarship. Back Cover Explores the underlying reasons for the conflict between the Druze and the Maronites of LebanonThe Druze and the Maronites - arguably the two founding communities of modern Lebanon - have the reputation of being primordial enemies. Makram Rabah attempts to gauge the impact of collective memory on determining the course and the nature of the conflict between these communities in Mount Lebanon. He takes as his focus the War of the Mountain in 1982, reconstructing the events of this war through the framework of collective remembrance and oral history.He challenges the idea that these group identities were constructed by their respective centres of power within the Maronite and Druze community, providing an alternative to the prevailing meta-narrative. Telling the stories of the many people who took part in these events, or who simply suffered as a consequence, helps to expose the intrinsic motives which led to this conflict and makes a valuable contribution to the field of Lebanese historical scholarship.Key Features? Introduces an innovative lens and framework (collective memory) for understanding sectarian and communal hostilities: equally applicable to other disputes including the current Sunni-Shiite conflict in the region? Employs new methodologies as well as interdisciplinary approaches to the Lebanese conflict, from memory studies, anthropology and oral history? Uses untapped primary and secondary sources, paving the way for further research on collective memory and conflict? Draws on extensive interviews with many of those involved in or affected by the conflict? Presents collective memory as a reason for conflict, challenging the view that equates Lebanese civil strife with sectarianism or foreign interventionMakram Rabah is a Lecturer of History at the American University of Beirut. He is also the author of A Campus at War: Student Politics at the American University of Beirut 1967-1975 (2009). Flap Explores the underlying reasons for the conflict between the Druze and the Maronites of LebanonThe Druze and the Maronites - arguably the two founding communities of modern Lebanon - have the reputation of being primordial enemies. Makram Rabah attempts to gauge the impact of collective memory on determining the course and the nature of the conflict between these communities in Mount Lebanon. He takes as his focus the War of the Mountain in 1982, reconstructing the events of this war through the framework of collective remembrance and oral history.He challenges the idea that these group identities were constructed by their respective centres of power within the Maronite and Druze community, providing an alternative to the prevailing meta-narrative. Telling the stories of the many people who took part in these events, or who simply suffered as a consequence, helps to expose the intrinsic motives which led to this conflict and makes a valuable contribution to the field of Lebanese historical scholarship.Key Features Introduces an innovative lens and framework (collective memory) for understanding sectarian and communal hostilities: equally applicable to other disputes including the current Sunni-Shiite conflict in the region Employs new methodologies as well as interdisciplinary approaches to the Lebanese conflict, from memory studies, anthropology and oral history Uses untapped primary and secondary sources, paving the way for further research on collective memory and conflict Draws on extensive interviews with many of those involved in or affected by the conflict Presents collective memory as a reason for conflict, challenging the view that equates Lebanese civil strife with sectarianism or foreign interventionMakram Rabah is a Lecturer of History at the American University of Beirut. He is also the author of A Campus at War: Student Politics at the American University of Beirut 1967-1975 (2009). Author Biography Makram Rabah is a lecturer in the Department of History at the American University of Beirut. He is the author of A Campus at War: Student Politics at the American University of Beirut, 1967-1975 (Nelson Publications, 2009). Table of Contents Introduction; 1. Studying the Druze -Maronite Conflict through the Prism of Collective Memory and Oral History; 2. The Druze and the Maronites: The Perception of the Other; 3. The Communal Centres of Power and Elements of Collectiveness; 4. The Road to Conflict; 5. The Point of no Return; 6. The War of Others vs. Druze Maronite Collective Animosity; 7. History Meets the Battlefield; 8. Post-Conflict Rehashing and Preserving of Collective Memory; Conclusion; Appendix: Table of Interviews; Bibliography. Review This is an original and revealing look at the people and events surrounding the Lebanese Civil War and the 1982 Israeli invasion of Lebanon. Rabah has collected a staggering amount of evidence to lay bare the connections between the Druze and Maronites, and has produced unrivaled character studies of the two leading figures, Bashir Gemeyal and Walid Junblat, their fathers, families, and followers. Readers will thank Rabah for conducting hundreds of interviews with individuals who experienced the period and its upheavals first hand.--Michael Provence, University of California Review Quote This is an original and revealing look at the people and events surrounding the Lebanese Civil War and the 1982 Israeli invasion of Lebanon. Rabah has collected a staggering amount of evidence to lay bare the connections between the Druze and Maronites, and has produced unrivaled character studies of the two leading figures, Bashir Gemeyal and Walid Junblat, their fathers, families, and followers. Readers will thank Rabah for conducting hundreds of interviews with individuals who experienced the period and its upheavals first hand. Promotional "Headline" Explores the underlying reasons for the conflict between the Druze and the Maronites of Lebanon Description for Reader Explores the underlying reasons for the conflict between the Druze and the Maronites of Lebanon Introduces an innovative lens and framework (collective memory) for understanding sectarian and communal hostilities: equally applicable to other disputes including the current Sunni-Shiite conflict in the region Employs new methodologies as well as interdisciplinary approaches to the Lebanese conflict, from memory studies, anthropology and oral history Uses untapped primary and secondary sources, paving the way for further research on collective memory and conflict Draws on extensive interviews with many of those involved in or affected by the conflict The Druze and the Maronites, arguably the two founding communities of modern Lebanon, have the reputation of being primordial enemies. Makram Rabah attempts to gauge the impact of collective memory on determining the course and the nature of the conflict between these communities in Mount Lebanon. He takes as his focus the War of the Mountain in 1982, reconstructing the events of this war through the framework of collective remembrance and oral history. He challenges the idea that these group identities were constructed by their respective centres of power within the Maronite and Druze community, providing an alternative to the prevailing meta-narrative. Telling the stories of the many people who took part in these events, or who simply suffered as a consequence, helps to expose the intrinsic motives which led to this conflict and makes a valuable contribution to the field of Lebanese historical scholarship. Feature Introduces an innovative lens and framework (collective memory) for understanding sectarian and communal hostilities: equally applicable to other disputes including the current Sunni-Shiite conflict in the region Employs new methodologies as well as interdisciplinary approaches to the Lebanese conflict, from memory studies, anthropology and oral history Uses untapped primary and secondary sources, paving the way for further research on collective memory and conflict Draws on extensive interviews with many of those involved in or affected by the conflict Description for Sales People Explores the underlying reasons for the conflict between the Druze and the Maronites of Lebanon Introduces collective memory as an innovative lens and framework for understanding sectarian and communal hostilities: equally applicable to other disputes including the current Sunni-Shiite conflict in the region Uses untapped primary and secondary sources, paving the way for further research on collective memory and conflict Description for Teachers/Educators Lebanon; Collective Memory; Conflict in the Modern Middle East; Minoroties in the Middle East; Civil War in the Middle East. Details ISBN1474474179 Author Makram Rabah Pages 288 Publisher Edinburgh University Press Series Alternative Histories Year 2020 ISBN-10 1474474179 ISBN-13 9781474474177 Format Hardcover Short Title Conflict on Mount Lebanon Language English Subtitle The Druze, the Maronites and Collective Memory DEWEY 956.92044 Publication Date 2020-08-31 UK Release Date 2020-08-31 Imprint Edinburgh University Press Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2020-08-31 Illustrations 65 B/W illustrations Edited by Johanna Spanke Birth 1938 Affiliation Winchester College, UK Position Classics Teacher Qualifications R.N., B.S.N., Ocn Audience General AU Release Date 2020-12-01 Alternative 9781474474184 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:133509791;

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