All in the Family: Absolutism, Revolution, and Democracy in

All in the Family: Absolutism, Revolution, and Democracy in Middle Eastern Monarchies (Middle Eastern Studies)
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One of the most insightful and important contributions of the book lies in its well-articulated critique of the (simplistic) 'rentier state' theory, which attributes the resilience of Gulf regimes to their oil wealth and consequent ability to buy off the opposition. Such a critique is long overdue. The author's arguments and evidence to challenge the rentier theory should by themselves ensure that this book will receive much attention". -Guilain Denoeux, Colby College Michael Herb proposes a new paradigm for understanding politics in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf. He critiques the theory of the rentier state and argues that we must put political institutions-and specifically monarchism-at the center of any explanation of Gulf politics. All in the Family provides a compelling and fresh analysis of the importance of monarchism in the region, and points out the crucial role of the ruling families in creating monarchal regimes. It addresses the issue of democratization in the Middle Eastern monarchies, arguing that the prospects for the gradual emergence of constitutional monarchy are better than is often thought.
Country USA
Brand State University of New York Press
Manufacturer State University of New York Press
Binding Paperback
Color Brown
UnitCount 1
EANs 9780791441688
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

Country	USA
Brand	State University of New York Press
Manufacturer	State University of New York Press
Binding	Paperback
Color	Brown
UnitCount	1
EANs	9780791441688
ReleaseDate	0000-00-00

All in the Family: Absolutism, Revolution, and Democracy in Middle Eastern Monarchies (Middle Eastern Studies)