Why people recommend it
The Arabs by Eugene Rogan is a comprehensive historical account that traces modern Arab history beginning around the middle of the sixteenth century. On The Ezra Klein Show episode titled Building the Palestinian State With Salam Fayyad, broadcast on February 9, 2024, Salam Fayyad recommended the book to individuals interested in learning about Arab history in the English language. Fayyad emphasized that a particularly wonderful aspect of the book is that it was written by an Arab author, allowing the history to be told through the authentic prism of how Arabs perceive themselves and their own historical journey. By highlighting Eugene Rogan's work, Fayyad directed listeners toward a perspective that centers Arab agency, self-reflection, and internal viewpoints rather than relying solely on external Western interpretations of Middle Eastern history. The recommendation served as an educational resource for the audience, encouraging a deeper, more empathetic understanding of the region's complex political and cultural heritage through a narrative lens deeply rooted in the lived experiences and self-awareness of the Arab world over the centuries.
Who recommended it
- Salam Fayyad Recommended
Salam Fayyad — 1 mention
“those who are interested in learning about us in English it's called the Arabs by Eugene Rogan the modern Arab history beginning maybe mid 16th century and all the the beautiful thing about this book is actually it's done by an Arab but through the prism of how Arabs themselves see themselves and how they lived and experienced various episodes”