Arab Nationalism / Why A Single, Unified Arab State Has Not Yet Been Achieved
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7 pages in length. Despite the fact that a single, unified Arab state has long been desired, the ever-present distraction of nation-state patriotism and tribal loyalties have remained the wedge that continues to defeat such a quest. Arab nationalism is said to be at fault for this inability to form a unified Arab state; however, there are those who contend that there exist a combination of reasons behind this ineffectualness. Not only does it have to do with Western interference and narrow-minded Arab leadership, but it also has a significant amount to do with the way that several nation-states uphold their political and social contrarieties. A considerable amount of critics believe that in order to achieve a cohesive, single, unified Arab state, there must be an end to violence and discord, as well as a move toward individual plans of development and removal of the nationalistic ideal. The writer discusses nationalism and unification as they relate to the Arab states. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: ArabNat4.wps
Essay Title: Arab Nationalism / Why A Single, Unified Arab State Has Not Yet Been Achieved

Childrearing Practices Compared
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This 5 page paper compares childrearing practices in the United States and the Middle Eastern Muslim communities. Several issues are addressed. Family structure is discussed along with the role of the woman in each state. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Chilprac.wps
Essay Title: Childrearing Practices Compared

"All the Shah's Men"
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This 5 page paper examines Stephen Kinzer's book "All the Shah's Men" with regard to America's foreign entanglements, and asks whether the nation is well served by a policy of effecting regime change in other sovereign nations. It further discusses Kinzer's book with regard to the promises President Truman made in his speech in Mexico City in 1947. Bibliography lists 2 sources.
Filename: HVAllSha.rtf
Essay Title: "All the Shah's Men"

"Roadmap to Peace" in Middle East
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A 4 page research paper that examines the plan for Middle East proposed by President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair that is referred to as "Roadmap to Peace." The writer discusses the plan's major steps and timetable, as well as likely objections that may come from Israelis and Palestinians. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: khrdmap.rtf
Essay Title: "Roadmap to Peace" in Middle East

A History of the Modern Middle East/Book Review
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A 6 page book review of A History of the Modern Middle East by William Cleveland (1994). This is a complex and scholarly work, designed to present Middle Eastern history to both students and general readers who have not previously studied this subject. The Middle East plays a prominent role in the daily news. In many cases, commentators and policymakers appear mystified by Middle Eastern attitudes and, particularly, by their stance towards the West and the US. Cleveland's history not only explains past events, but also places them within cultural and geographic context that aids the reader in seeing how the region evolved to its present state. No additional sources cited.
Filename: khhisme.rtf
Essay Title: A History of the Modern Middle East/Book Review

A Look at Plascov's The Palestinian Refugees in Jordan 1948-1957
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This 7 page paper examines this book about the Palestinian refugees. The paper thoughtfully discusses and reacts to the work. No additional sources cited.
Filename: SA816Ref.rtf
Essay Title: A Look at Plascov's The Palestinian Refugees in Jordan 1948-1957

A POTENTIAL FOR FIRE: THE KURDISTAN STRUGGLE FOR RECOGNITION IN SYRIA
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This 4 page paper examines the growing unrest by Kurds living in Syria in 2004. Based on a New York Times article. Bibliography lists 1 source.
Filename: MBkurd.rtf
Essay Title: A POTENTIAL FOR FIRE: THE KURDISTAN STRUGGLE FOR RECOGNITION IN SYRIA