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The Long Divergence

- How Islamic Law Held Back the Middle East

About The Long Divergence

In the year 1000, the economy of the Middle East was at least as advanced as that of Europe. But by 1800, the region had fallen dramatically behind. What caused this long divergence? And why does the Middle East remain drastically underdeveloped compared to the West? This title provides an answer to these long-debated questions.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780691147567
  • Binding:
  • Hardback
  • Pages:
  • 424
  • Published:
  • December 4, 2010
  • Dimensions:
  • 163x233x27 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 722 g.
Delivery: 2-4 weeks
Expected delivery: December 19, 2024

Description of The Long Divergence

In the year 1000, the economy of the Middle East was at least as advanced as that of Europe. But by 1800, the region had fallen dramatically behind. What caused this long divergence? And why does the Middle East remain drastically underdeveloped compared to the West? This title provides an answer to these long-debated questions.

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