Culture and Customs of Syria
(Hardback)
Publishing Details
Culture and Customs of Syria
By (Author) John A. Shoup
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Greenwood Press
30th April 2008
United States
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Sociology
Cultural studies: customs and traditions
306.095691
Physical Properties
Hardback
208
Width 156mm, Height 235mm
454g
Description
Syria has served as a major crossroads in the Middle East since prehistoric times, leaving it open to change and passing customs from other societies. Syria's melting pot of cultures has led it to become an ethnically diverse country, sometimes leading to turbulence among other countries as well as within its own borders. Focusing on contemporary traditions, topics such as religion, cuisine, fashion, music, and art unveil Syria's true modern-day culture. Readers will discover how Syrians live today-what they eat, what they wear, and how they celebrate life in today's conflicted Middle East. Ideal for high school students and general readers, Culture and Customs of Syria serves as a staple for all library shelves.
Author Bio
JOHN A. SHOUP is Associate Professor of Anthropology at Al Akhawayn University in Ifrane, Morocco. He is also the author of Culture and Customs of Jordan (Greenwood, 2007).
