The Political Economy and Islam of the Middle East

This book analyzes the political economy of the MENA region with a focus on pre-revolutionary political and economic conditions, the 2011 revolution itself, and post-revolutionary political processes in Tunisia. The author places particular emphasis on the political role of women, Islam, and democracy after the revolution, and argues that post-Revolution Tunisia serves as an ideal model for the MENA region to follow. This volume will interest scholars, students, researchers, and everyone who is interested in the politics of MENA and political economy.

Analyzes democracy and the political economy of Tunisia emphasizing on the country's transition after the revolution Compares secular and political Islam in North Africa focusing on Tunisia Emphasizes the political role of women and Islam

Autorentext

Hayat Alvi is Associate Professor at the US Naval War College, USA.

Inhalt

1. Chapter 1: Introduction.- 2. Chapter 2: Tunisia's Jasmine Revolution Demands Dignity.- 3. Chapter 3: Women in the Frontlines: Tunisia's Revolution.- 4. Chapter 4: Tunisia's Political Health.- 5. Chapter 5: Tunisia's Economic Health.- 6. Chapter 6: Secularism versus Political Islam: The Case of Tunisia.- 7. Chapter 7: Conclusion.