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King Salman of Saudi Arabia began his rule in 2015 confronted with a series of unprecedented challenges. The dilemmas he has faced are new and significant, from leadership shuffles and falling oil prices to regional and international upheaval. 'Salman's Legacy' interrogates this era and assesses its multiple social, political, regional and international challenges. Whether Salman's policies have saved the kingdom from serious upheaval is yet to be seen, but no doubt a new kingdom is emerging. This book offers historical and contemporary insights into the various problems that persist in haunting the Saudi state. Madawi Al-Rasheed brings together well-established historians and social scientists with deep knowledge of Saudi Arabia--its history, culture and contemporary politics--to reflect on Salman's kingdom. They trace both policy continuities and recent ruptures that have perplexed observers of Saudi Arabia. This lucid and nuanced analysis invites serious reflection on the Saudi leadership's capacity to withstand the recent challenges, especially those that came with the Arab uprisings. At stake is the future of a country that remains vital to regional stability, international security, and the global economy.

Historia Arabii Saudyjskiej Madawi Al-Rasheed jest odświeżająco ikonoklastyczną książką... O ile wiadomo mi wiadomo, nikt do tej pory nie opowiedział prawdziwej historii tego kraju w spos�b tak krytyczny i tak szczeg�łowy. Peter Sluglett, American Historical Review číst celé

Challenges traditional notions of Saudi conservatism by highlighting the long tradition of engagement with modernism there

In 2018, journalist Jamal Khashoggi was murdered by Saudi regime operatives, shocking the international community and tarnishing the reputation of the kingdom's reformist young crown prince, Muhammad bin Salman. In this compelling book, Madawi Al-Rasheed examines the prince's Saudi Arabia as a world of reform and repression. She challenges common wisdom that repression is inevitable, and dismisses defunct views that 'Oriental despotism' is the only path to genuine reform in the country.Instead, Al-Rasheed argues that the current wave of unprecedented repression has resulted from the crown prince's consolidation of his own personal power, without the traditional consensus of royal family members and influential groups. Bin Salman's domestic reforms have been divisive, and his adoption of populist nationalism, together with his repression of diverse critical voices--religious scholars, feminists and professionals--have failed to silence a vibrant Saudi society, including its articulate and connected youth. Many have left the country to seek freedom, equality and dignity in safe havens abroad. While the regime continues to pursue them overseas and punish their families at home, determined dissidents persist in their struggle against one of the most repressive monarchies in the Arab world.

This book goes beyond conventional tropes describing women in Saudi Arabia to probe the historical, political and religious forces thwarting their emancipation.

Saudi Arabia is a wealthy and powerful country which exerts influence in the West and across the Islamic world. Yet it remains a closed society. The author traces its history from the age of emirates in the nineteenth century to the present day. Fusing chronology with analysis, personal experience with oral histories, she illuminates the social and cultural life of the Saudis. This rich and rewarding book will be invaluable to students as well as others trying to understand the enigma of Saudi Arabia.

The book delves into the complex and often contentious relationship between religion and politics in Saudi Arabia. It examines the historical context, key figures, and pivotal events that shape the ongoing debates within the country. Through a nuanced analysis, the author highlights the tensions between traditional beliefs and modern political dynamics, offering insights into how these factors influence governance and societal norms in Saudi Arabia.