Pop Culture Arab World!: Media, Arts, and Lifestyle

(Hardback)

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The first book to explore how Arab pop culture has succeeded in helping forge a pan-Arab identity, where Arab nationalism has failed. * Introductory essay exploring the evolution of Arab nationalism as a political ideology and its transformation into popular culture * Photographs of singers, actors, and other performers

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"[A] fascinating overview of politics and culture in the post-colonial Middle East. Anyone who wants to understand the complexities of Arab societies or better serve the needs of Arab students would do well to consult this book." - C&RL News "Hammond (an Australian journalist who works in the Middle East) succeeds in condensing a large body of data into clearly written, well-organized chapters... Hammond clearly knows the region and is well versed in the various expression of its popular culture... Highly recommended. All readers; all levels." - Choice "This timely volume offers good insights into the emergence of Arab pop culture and is recommended for most audiences." - American Reference Books Annual

Author Bio

Andrew Hammond is a journalist and writer who currently works as a Reuters correspondent based in Cairo, Egypt, and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializing in Middle East political and cultural affairs.