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Palgrave Oman Reborn Balancing Tradition and Modernization by Linda Pappas Funsch
The Sultanate of Oman is one of the few "good news" stories to have emerged from the Middle East in recent memory. This book traces the narrative of a little-known and relatively stable Arab country whose history of independence, legacy of interaction with diverse cultures, and enlightened modern leadership have transformed it in less than fifty years from an isolated medieval-style potentate to a stable, dynamic, and largely optimistic country._x000D_At the heart of this fascinating story is Oman's sultan, Qaboos bin Sa'id, friend to both East and West, whose unique leadership style has resulted in both domestic and foreign policy achievements during more than four decades in office._x000D_Exploring Oman from a historical perspective, Funsch examines how the country's unique blend of tradition and modernization has enabled it to succeed while others in the region have failed. Accounts of the author's own experiences with Oman's transformation add rich layers of depth, texture, and personality to the narrative._x000D_ Table of contents :- _x000D_
Contents List of illustrations Preface Map of Oman Introduction: A 'Good News' Story from the Middle East 1. The Lure of Oman 2. Setting the Stage: Oman Pre-1970 Appendix: Al Bu Sa'id Dynasty 3. Qaboos bin Sa'id: Renaissance Man 4. Creating a Civil Society 5. Constructing a Modern Economy 7. Challenges and Opportunities in a New Century Notes Bibliography_x000D_