Mar 19, 2024  
2020-2021 Rivier Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Rivier Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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POL 230 - Modern Middle East


The course guides students through the historical and cultural evolution of the Middle East, moving from pre-Islamic culture to the formalization and spread of Islam as the primary shaper of the region’s political and social development. The course will connect samples of Middle Eastern literature, art, and music to provide a vivid understanding of the region. Specific attention will be given to distinct forms of Islam, the effect of Colonialism, and recent developments resulting from Western interventions.

Prerequisites & Notes
This course is cross-listed with HIS 230.

Credits: 3



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