middle east

Describes the history and development of the oil industry, the world's dependence upon oil, global oil reserves, and threats to the world's oil supply.

Presents twenty-four essays that argue opposing points regarding the roots of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, whether Israel should exist, whether peace in the region is possible, and what the U.S.'s policy toward Israel should be; and includes discussion questions, a chronology, and an annotated list of related organizations.

An exploration of United States foreign policy in the Middle East since the early twentieth century that discusses important debates, motivations, espionage, and other related topics and analyzes a number of significant events.

A collection of twelve controversial essays that debate issues associated with the United States' role in the Middle East, including U.S. intervention in Iraq, Iran, and Afghanistan.

Chronicles the events that led the Germanic king Karl to become Charlemagne, the first emperor of Rome in over 400 years, how he became the most powerful man in the world, defender of the church, and broke down barriers between the peoples of Europe.