On Saudi Arabia (book)
"On Saudi Arabia: Its People, Past, Religion, Fault Lines—and Future" is a book by American journalist Karen Elliott House. Based on over 30 years of visits to the country, House explores Saudi Arabia’s history, people, religion, and political challenges.
| Author | Karen Elliott House |
|---|---|
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Subject | human rights, global politics, Saudi Arabia |
| Publisher | Alfred A. Knopf |
| ISBN | 978-0307473288 |
The book discusses human rights, global politics, and the internal divisions within the kingdom. It also suggests how diplomacy could support gradual reforms for a better future.[1][2][3]
Parts
"On Saudi Arabia" is divided into three parts. The first part looks at the kingdom’s weakening foundations—its religion and royal family—both of which are losing influence. The second part explores deep social problems, including poor education, high youth unemployment, limited rights for women, poverty, corruption, and an inefficient, unaccountable government.[4]
References
- ↑ "Karen Elliott House". Al-Monitor. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
- ↑ Waterbury, John (June 2013). "On Saudi Arabia: Its People, Past, Religion, Fault Lines—and Future by Karen Elliott House". Foreign Affairs. https://www.foreignaffairs.com/reviews/capsule-review/saudi-arabia-its-people-past-religion-fault-lines-and-future. Retrieved 24 June 2019.
- ↑ Totten, Michael J. (16 November 2012). "Closed Kingdom 'On Saudi Arabia,' by Karen Elliott House". The New York Times. https://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/18/books/review/on-saudi-arabia-by-karen-elliott-house.html. Retrieved 1 July 2019.
- ↑ Lipsky, Seth (26 September 2012). "Karen of Arabia". The New York Sun. https://www.nysun.com/arts/karen-of-arabia/88003/. Retrieved 14 July 2019.
