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10199. AL HALLAJ: HIS CONTRIBUTION TO SUFISM. The life and works of the mystical Sufi poet, Al Hallaj, are reviewed. Sufi doctrines of union with God, intoxication, and political revolt are found in the poet's lyrical writings. 10p., 20f., 8b.   $70
 
10198. ISLAMIC FUNDAMENTALISM VS. MODERNITY IN SAUDI ARABIA. The role of Islam and the pace of development in Saudi Arabia during its recent past are considered with attention to key factors in rising fundamentalism. Includes a focus on the status of women in Saudi Arabia. The conclusion considers the compatibility of fundamentalist sympathies with efforts at future development. 20p., 41f., 22b.   $133
 
10197. A DISCUSSION OF THE ATTITUDES OF ISRAELIS LIVING IN THE U.S. Describes problems facing Israelis living in America; focus on feelings of guilt coupled with enjoyment of personal freedom, alternative lifestyles, and freedom from fear of war. 10p. 17f. 8b.   $70
 
10192. LEBANON IN THE 1990S: GREATER BEIRUT OF MORE WAR? This paper investigates and analyzes the Lebanese Civil War, focusing on events since the 1982 Israeli invasion of Beirut. Following a brief historical background on the war, the paper examines the major economic, political, religious and ethnic causes of the conflict. The main internal contenders in the conflict are examined both from the perspective of religion/ethnicity and from the perspective of their political and/or military allegiance. The main objectives, strategies and tactics of each are discussed. The role of the central foreign players -- Syria (particularly focus is given to Syria), Israel, the other Arab nations, and the superpowers -- is likewise examined and analyzed. 20p., 84f., 42.   $133
 
10191. NASSER VS. HUSSEIN. Compares and contrasts personal characteristics and political philosophies of Egypt's Nasser and Iraq's Hussein. Points of comparison include family background, rise to power and basis of power, each man's approach to Pan-Arabism and the leadership style of each. 12p., 32f., 22b.   $84
 
10190. PAN-ARABISM. Defines and discusses the development of Pan-Arabism. Following background on the early development of the political movement, considers Pan-Arabism since World War II and its expression through the Arab League of States, Nasserism and the political ideology and objectives of the Baath Socialist Party. 14p., 23f., 11b.   $98
 
10189. GAMAL ABDEL NASSER. A biographical sketch of Nasser's personal life and political career. Considers his early military career, his rise to power and assumption of the presidency. Defines and discusses Nasserism as a unique brand of Pan-Arabism. 14p., 19f., 13b.   $98
 
10188. SADDAM HUSSEIN. A biographical sketch of Hussein's personal life and his political career. Traces his troubled childhood, his early career as an officer in the Baath Party, his exile in Cairo, his rise in the Baath Party during the 1960s and his assumption of the presidency in 1979. Analyzes his leadership role and style during the 1980s and early 1990s. 12p., 34f., 36b.   $84
 
10187. ALGERIA: POLITICAL PROFILE. Details Algeria's political history, discussing its present political and constitutional systems and analyzing its influential groups and parties. Includes a discussion of the perceptions of political stability with speculation on the country's future. 11p., 21f., 6b.   $77
 
10185. MEIR KAHANE: THE "DEMON OF THE JEWS." Report outlines career and beliefs of Meir Kahane, leader of the right-wing Kach Party in Israel and so-called Messianic terrorist who called for the expulsion of all Arabs from Israel and for violence as a means of combatting the Arab threat. 16p., 28f., 10b.   $112
 
10184. RONALD REAGAN'S MIDDLE EAST POLICY. American foreign policy between 1980 and 1988 is reviewed critically. The invasion of Lebanon, the Iran-Iraq war, and the Libyan conflict are seen as examples of the influence of an aggressive Reagan policy. 7p., 10f., 4b.   $49
 
10133. RAMSES II. The life and accomplishments of the 19th Dynasty pharoah are reviewed. Ramses role in war, his patronage of architecture and statuary, and the general prosperity and strength of Egyptian civilization in his period are discussed. 10p. 10f. 9b.   $70
 
10095. THE IRAQI REVOLUTION OF 1958 AND THE RISE OF THE BA'TH. 18p. 38f. 23b. See section 25D.   $126
 
10095. THE IRAQI REVOLUTION OF 1958 AND THE RISE OF THE BA'TH. This paper analyzes the 1958 Iraqi Revolution and traces the Arab Ba'th Socialist party's rise to power in the aftermath of the revolution. The investigation begins with an historical overview of the 1958 coup. Political, economic and social causes of the revolution are considered, as are the central objectives of the new revolutionary government. The role of various internal ethnic and political groups -- including the Kurds, the Iraqi Communist Party and the Arab Ba'th Socialist Party -- in the eventual destablization and downfall of the Qasim regime are noted. Of particular interest is the rise of the Ba'th. The early history of the Ba'th Party in Iraq, its relations to Naser's Egypt, and its connection with its Syrian parent are discussed. Ba'thist revolutionary activities against the Qasim regime, including the attemped assassination of Qasim in 1959 and the 1963 coup which marked the end of his rule and his life are noted. 18p. 38f. 23b.   $126
 
10036. ANCIENT EGYPT BY LIONEL CASSON. Summary review and analysis of Casson's book which is one of Time-Life's "Great Ages of Man" publications. Finds the book useful and informative but poorly organized and lacking in scholarly detail. 5p. 3f. 1b.   $35
 
10009. SOVIET FOREIGN POLICY IN THE MIDDLE EAST UNDER GORBACHEV. An indepth analysis of Soviet policy in the Middle East, with a focus on recent changes under Gorbachev. Presents a more detailed look at Soviet-Iran relations, Soviet-Iraq relations and Soviet-Israeli relations since 1945. 24p. 21f. 28b.   $133
 
10008. SOVIET-IRAQI RELATIONS. Examines relations between the Soviet Union and Ba'thist Iraq over the past twenty years. Looks at the history of conflict between the Bathist Party and the ICP. Considers how Soviet military aid and rising oil prices have affected Iraqi-Soviet relations through the years. 15p. 10f. 13b.   $105
 
10008. SOVIET-IRAQI RELATIONS. 15p. 10f. 13b. See Section 25D.   $105
 
09902. ISLAMIC CALLIGRAPHY. A study of the historical development and various schools and styles of Islamic calligraphy. The spiritual and decorative functions of Arabic script are noted, and the importance of Islamic religion for the art form is described. 11p., 19f., 5b.   $77
 
09813. TURKEY AND NATO DURING THE 1980S: A PIVOTAL AND OFTEN PERILOUS ALLIANCE. 22 pages, 66 footnotes, 36 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
09783. U.S. POLICY TOWARDS ISRAEL. Analyzes the "special relationship" between the U.S. and Israel. Following a brief historical overview of U.S.-Israeli relations since 1947, considers in greater detail the political, ideological and military components of the relationship in the 1980s. 8p., 11f., 6b.   $56
 
09760. U.S. POLICY TOWARD ISRAEL. A brief summary of U.S. policy and relations with Israel, including a brief history, and outline of interests, goals, and political and ideological influences on the "special relationship" between the two states and the Middle East as a whole. 6p. 8f. 6b.   $42
 
09743. ZOROASTRIANISM. The historical origins and development of the ancient Persian religion are examined, and the status of Zoroastrianism in the modern world noted. 6p., 11f., 4b.   $42
 
09733. SUFIISM AND ISLAMIC CIVILIZATION. Defines, considers the origins, traces the evolution, and profiles some of the classical teachers of Sufi mysticism. Also briefly considers Sufiism in the West. 11p., 19f., 5b.   $77
 
09626. SOVIET FOREIGN POLICY TOWARDS SOUTH YEMEN. A brief analysis of Soviet foreign policy goals and objectives in South Yemen. 3 page, 11 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.   $21
 
09608. FOREIGN POLICY RELATIONS: ISRAEL, THE U.S. AND THE SOVIET UNION. Focus on U.S. and Soviet respective policies towards Israel since 1948. Considers superpower relations and response during various critical phases of Israeli history, including the Suez crisis, the Six Day War, the Yom Kipper War, the 1982 Lebanon invasion, and the 1989 Lebanese hostage crisis. 14p. 37f. 42b.   $98
 
09608. FOREIGN POLICY RELATIONS: ISRAEL, THE U.S. AND THE SOVIET UNION. 14p. 37f. 42b. See Section 25D.   $98
 
09600. SOVIET FOREIGN POLICY IN THE MIDDLE EAST: ISRAEL. Following a brief discussion of the history of Soviet-Israeli relations, this analysis considers how Soviet strategic interests in the Middle East, Soviet domestic economic pressures, Soviet-U.S. relations, the Soviet stance on Jewish emigration, and Israeli domestic politics impact present-day Soviet interests, goals and mechanisms in its foreign policies toward Israel. 7p. 19f. 27b.   $49
 
09600. SOVIET FOREIGN POLICY IN THE MIDDLE EAST: ISRAEL. 7p. 19f. 27b. See Section 25D.   $49
 
09599. POLITICS, RELIGION AND THE SATANIC VERSES. Summary and analysis of Rushdie's controversial novel. Author's purpose, style, and major themes are analyzed in detail. The political implications of the book, including its ramifications in Iran and the West, are noted. The analysis includes a brief biography of the author and his previous works. 20p. 40f. 7b.   $133
 
09597. THE SUNNI COMMUNITY IN LEBANON. The essay explores what it means to be a Sunni Muslim in Lebanon today, looking at their social, economic and political roles, their interaction with other factions and their possible future in that country. 11p., 20f., 13b.   $77
 
09581. THE SOCIAL CONFLICT OF TRADITION AND MODERNISM IN THE MIDDLE EAST. Examines the social tensions arising from the conflict between extreme traditionalists and their ideal of traditional culture, and the mainstream of moderate opinion in Middle Eastern societies. 10p., 11f., 8b.   $70
 
09574. FORMULATION OF US POLICY ON THE MIDDLE EAST. Considers U.S. foreign policy from a constitutional perspective, asking whether the U.S. political system effectively serves American interests, or is influenced by foreign lobbies, partisan politics and superpower rivalry. 20p. 19f. 12b.   $133
 
09434. FATAH AND THE EFFECTIVENESS OF TERRORISM. A case analysis of Arafat's PLO mainstream group, Fatah, which considers the usefulness of the doctrine of armed force as a way to effect change. Examines Fatah's history, ideology, strategy and relationship to other PLO groups and to Arab states in general. Considers the impact of Arab factionalism, international public opinion, Israeli military effectiveness, and the actions of Palestinians living in occupied territories. 21 pages, 32 footnotes, 20 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
09428. ISRAEL AND SOUTH AFRICA. Discusses the "unnatural alliance" of these two countries. Considers economic and national security reasons behind the alliance. 5p. 10f. 5b.   $35
 
09428. ISRAEL AND SOUTH AFRICA. 5p. 10f. 5b. See Section 19E.   $35
 
09380. JORDAN AND THE PALESTINE LIBERATION ORGANIZATION: 1970-1988. 19p. 38f. 9b. See Section 25D.   $133
 
09380. JORDAN AND THE PALESTINE LIBERATION ORGANIZATION: 1970-1988. Following a brief history of Jordan and the PLO, discusses relations between Jordan and the PLO over the past 18 years in detail and then evaluates the critical events of 1987-88 -- the Intifadeh and the declaration of statehood. 19p. 38f. 9b.   $133
 
09372. THE MIDDLE EAST PROBLEMS OF THE 1980S BY HAROLD H. SAUNDERS. Critical analysis of Saunders' study of the United States' interests in the Middle East region. 7p. 6f. 1b.   $49
 
09339. THE LEBANESE CIVIL WAR, 1975-1988. Traces the factors leading up to the Lebanese internal conflict and the roles played by Lebanon's various confessional sects and foreign powers (particularly Syria and Israel) in the conflict. Concludes with a discussion of the prerequisites for a solution to the lebanese problem. 18 pages, 48 footnotes, 25 bibliographic sources.   $126
 
09338. SOVIET-LIBYAN RELATIONS UNDER GORBACHEV. Examines and analyzes Gorbachev-directed Soviet policy towards Libya and outlines the way in which these policies represent a divergence from previous Soviet positions. The influences of U.S.-Soviet relations and the Soviet's relations with other Mid-East countries are also considered. 14 pages, 24 footnotes, 14 bibliographic sources.   $98
 
09316. IRAQ'S OIL NATIONALIZATION. The 1972 nationalization of Iraq's oil industry is examined in this study. The historical background of Iraqi oil, the political developments leading to nationalization, and the economic and social impacts of that process are described; nationalization is judged to have been a successful policy for Iraq. 25p. 40f. 10b.   $133
 
09316. IRAQ'S OIL NATIONALIZATION. 25p. 40f. 10b. See Section 25D.   $133
 
09303. FAMILY BUSINESS IN SAUDI ARABIA AND THE PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF CHINA. This paper examines and analyzes family business structures and the social, economic, religious and political factors which support and/or detract from such structures in each country. KEYWORDS: saudi arabia china family business government culture organization comparative international business. Turabian Style with bottom of page footnotes. 8p., 15f., 13b.   $56
 
09285. KUWAIT'S FOREIGN INVESTMENT. The highly successful foreign investment program for Kuwait's excess oil revenues is examined. The "upstream" and "downstream" buying of oil-related ventures is noted. 11p. 18f. 9b.   $77
 
09239. THE ISRAELI-PALESTINIAN STALEMATE. Examines the background of the lsraeli-Palestinian conflict, and considers the prospects for a peaceful resolution. events such as the uprisings in the occupied territories and Jordan's renunciation of the West Bank are seen as unlikely to bring about mutual recognition and peace talks. 6 pages, 6 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.   $42
 
09214. U.S. LIBYAN RELATIONS SINCE 1969. Traces U.S.-Libyan relations from the time of Qaddafi's takeover coup in 1969 up to the present, with an emphasis on policy during the Carter and Reagan administrations. Considers the role of U.S.-lsraeli relations in the policy decisions as well as assessing the effectiveness of military action against Libya during the Reagan Administration. 15p. 35f. 18b.   $105
 
09066. BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS IN SAUDI ARABIA FOR THE AMERICAN BUSINESSMAN. The communications role of the American businessman in Saudi Arabia, and the Saudi culture's constraints on that role are analyzed. A thorough discussion and analysis of communication theory serves as the framework for the analysis. 18 pages, 24 footnotes, 5 bibliographic sources.   $126
 
09016. IRAN-U.S. RELATIONS IN LIGHT OF THE HOSTAGE SITUATION. A hindsight study of the 1979 Iran hostage situation which attempts to draw conclusions and recommendations for the future of Iran - U.S. relations. The analysis is based upon an overview of Islamic schools of thought, theories of international relations, and inherent legal issues. Concludes that the key to future harmonious relations between the two countries lies in U.S. foreign policy. 35 pages, 68 footnotes, 27 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
08984. FUNDAMENTALISM IN MODERN ISRAEL AND ITS LINK WITH ZIONISM; KOOK'S GUSH EMUNIN AND KAHANE'S KACH PARTY. Discusses political fundamentalism in modern-day Israel in terms of its link with early Zionist thinkers. Two different political groups are examined. 5p. 13f. 11b.   $35
 
08928. "A REPORT ON THE BANALITY OF EVIL: EICHMANN IN JERUSALEM" BY HANNAH ARENDT (A REVIEW OF THE JERUSALEM COURT). A critical review of Hannah Arendt's book, "A Report on the Banality of Evil: Eichmann in Jerusalem," which examines the actions and the arguments of the Jerusalem court in the trial of Nazi war criminal Adolf Eichmann. 6 pages, 6 footnotes, l bibliographic source.   $42
 
08924. W. MONTGOMERY WATT'S A HISTORY OF ISLAMIC SPAIN. A review of Watt's study of Spain under Muslim rule from the 8th to the 15th century. 7p. 6f. 1b.   $49
 
08886. ISLAMIC BANKING. Traces the development of Islamic banking over the past forty years and compares it with American banking systems. Argues that the strength of the Islamic banking system lies in the underlying traditional relationship of lender and borrower, and of contract law, as interpreted in the Sharia'ah. 12 pages, 18 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.   $84
 
08660. THE FIVE PILLARS OF ISLAM. The Islamic duties of prayer, fasting, charity, confession and pilgrimage are discussed. 5 pages, 5 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
08558. THE FLOOD IN ANCIENT NEAR EASTERN LITERATURE. Compares the ancient Babylonian and Sumerian stories of the Flood, found in the Epic of Gilgamesh and in the Atrabasis text, with the Hebrew story of the Flood in Genesis. Argues that despite surface similarity, the two versions exhibit profound differences in moral and religious realms. 12 pages, 13 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.   $84
 
08551. TRENDS AND CRISES IN MOSLEM AFRICAN RESOURCES. discusses the shortages of water, manpower, and arable land in the Arab world in terms of their scope and seriousness as well as any possible solutions. 10p. 15f. 18b.   $70
 
08550. NATURAL RESOURCES IN NORTH MOSLEM AFRICA AND THE MIDDLE EAST. discussion and analysis of the natural resources of the region, including those which are plentiful (oil, natural gas, minerals) and those which are unavailable (water, arable land, and food). 10p. 23f. 9b.   $70
 
08521. MARKETING IN EGYPT. A marketing segmentation assessment of the current and future potential of the Egyptian market. Includes demographic, geographic, and psychographic, and economic analysis, followed by an assessment of prospective products and their pricing, promotion, and distribution channels. 24p. 54f. 19b.   $133
 
08513. DAY CARE IN KUWAIT: A DEMONSTRATION PROJECT. Sets up a model day care center in Kuwait. The premise of the project is that there are families in Kuwait who need day care on either a full or part-time basis in order to ensure that their children are receiving a quality level of care that reflects their values. 25p. 0f. 0b.   $133
 
08459. MIDDLE EAST DIRECT INVESTMENT IN THE U.S. Analyzes three main areas of Middle Eastern investment in the U.S.: the acquisition of U.S. financial institutions, investment in real estate, and the acquisition of equity stakes in American companies. Examines the role of private financiers from the Middle East. 10p. 10f. 10b.   $70
 
08438. SAUDI ARABIA: A CULTURAL ANALYSIS. A cultural and social portrait of Saudi Arabia which includes a discussion of geographical setting, history, social institutions, religions, living conditions, and language. 19 pages, 28 footnotes, 13 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
08437. SAUDI ARABIA: ECONOMIC ANALYSIS. Economic profile of Saudi Arabia, including population statistics, economic figures for the past five years, technology, product distribution systems, consumer marketing and communications. 14p. 29f. 7b.   $98
 
08435. IS ISLAM, BECAUSE OF ITS ANTAGONISM TO MATERIALISM AND TO ATHEISTIC BELIEFS, A GUARANTEE AGAINST THE SPREAD OF COMMUNISM AMONG MUSLIMS? Argues that the rising tide of Islamic fundamentalism has more or less insured that Communist doctrines will get no hearing in most Islamic countries. 5p. 2f. 2b.   $35
 
08434. MARKETING SEGMENTATION IN KUWAIT. Investigation and profile of the market potentials in Kuwait from a marketing segmentation perspective. Covers geographical, employment, import-export, and distribution factors. Also provides a profile of potential target product/service segments. 17 pages, 55 footnotes, 24 bibliographic sources.   $119
 
08432. MARKETING THE AL-NIJIM AL-SHAMALI PERSONAL COMPUTER IN SAUDI ARABIA. presents a market profile and a detailed marketing strategy for marketing microcomputers in Saudi Arabia. Competition, pricing, advertising, sales force, and budgets are included. 18p. 18f. 5b.   $126
 
08431. MARKETING IN SAUDI ARABIA. Presents a marketing profile of Saudi Arabia with a focus on western imports. Profiles consumer market needs, suggests advertising and pricing strategies, and explains the goods distribution system. 13p. 30f. 19b.   $91
 
08306. ZIONISM IN THE CONTEXT OF MODERN JUDAISM. Examines modern Jewry's response to current Zionist concepts and its economic and political ramifications both in the U.S. and in the Middle East. 15p. 21f. 16b.   $105
 
08303. THE ISLAMIC THEOLOGICAL DOCTRINE OF IJIHAD. Discusses and analyzes the doctrine of ijihad with respect to the struggle between the orthodox interpretation of the Shariah and the need for technological and social progress. Modern changes in interpretation are traced in the countries of Iran and Saudi Arabia. 9 pages, 15 footnotes, 6 bibliographic sources.   $63
 
08256. SAUDI PETROCHEMICALS: HOW BIG A THREAT? Investigates an assessment and analysis of Saudi Arabia's newly emerging position within the world petrochemical market. History and status of Saudi production capabilities is included as is an analysis of the world petrochemical market and the Saudi position within that market. 24p. 36f. 29b.   $133
 
08198. A POLITICAL RISK ANALYSIS OF U.S. INVESTMENT IN EGYPT. Analyzes the risk of direct Egyptian government intervention with U.S. investments. An examination of the Egyptian presidency, banking system and overall political stability leads to the conclusion that there is currently little risk of negative government influence upon U.S. investment in Egypt. 16p. 14f.   $112
 
08144. BACKGROUND & ISSUES TO INVESTING IN SAUDI ARABIA. A study which proceeds from the assumption that knowing as much about a country as is possible is the key to developing a sound foreign investment strategy. Political, economic and social factors having potential influence upon investment are considered. Background information on Saudi history, the Roayl House of Saud, the communications industry, educcation, political risks, and the current state of industry are discussed. 12p. 11f. 6b.   $84
 
08128. THE KORAN AND THE MODERN WORLD. The relevance of the holy book of the Islamic faith for modern life is examined in this essay; its influence as a moral and spiritual guide is emphasized. 10p. 11f. 4b.   $70
 
08078. AFGHANISTAN FOREIGN POLICY. A detailed history of Afghanistan's foreign relations through the years as a background and explanation of the Soviet invasion of 1978. 28 pages, 57 footnotes, 7 bibliographic sources.   $133
 
08077. THE UNITED ISRAEL APPEAL, INC. A background history and marketing audit of one of the world's largest funding organizations for Israel. Includes analysis of how it could appeal more broadly and improve its fund-raising abilities. 14p. 12f. 8b.   $98
 
08060. AN ECONOMIC HISTORY OF THE MIDDLE EAST AND BANKERS AND PASHAS. A comparative book review of two works which detail the European influence on the economic life of the Middle Eastern region over the past two centuries. 13p. 27f. 17b.   $91
 
08042. THE SOVIET UNION IN AFGHANISTAN. This paper is a survey of different perspectives on the Soviet Union's invasion of Afghanistan and the strategy, tactics, and motives behind it. 5 pages, 4 footnotes, 4 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
08040. SUFISM. A comparison of the Zahid and Arif sects of sufism: a mystical element of the Islamic religion which stresses asceticism and contemplation as a means of becoming closer to God. 8 pages, 17 footnotes, 11 bibliographic sources.   $56
 
08027. WOMEN IN ISLAM: SEX ROLES IN TRANSITION. This paper studies the role Islamic law, local tradition, state action, and economic development play in the status of women in Islamic society. Also discusses the changing role of women in Islam. 14 pages, 29 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.   $98
 
08026. CHANGING SEXUAL ROLES AND FAMILY STRUCTURE IN THE PERSIAN GULF STATES. A study of the effect economic modernization has had on the society of the Persian Gulf States. Documents the changing status of women and compares the family structure of the Persian Gulf States with that of the United States. 11 pages, 29 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.   $77
 
08021. THE RISE OF ISLAM. Considers the factors which led to the establishment and rapid rise of the Islamic faith in the Middle East. 5 pages, 8 footnotes, 2 bibliographic sources.   $35
 
07801. A STUDY OF THE FOREIGN AID PROGRAMS OF THE OPEC NATIONS. Detailed overview of OPEC aid programs and their effectiveness. Includes history, many statistics, programs and administration, effectiveness in general, in the cases of Egypt and the Shael, everyone agrees that more aid should go to the poorest countries, but politics will keep aid focused on Arab nations. 15p. 33f. 15b. 3 tables.   $105
 
07741. THE CURRENT POLITICAL SITUATION IN THE PERSIAN GULF. Brief but comprehensive review of the Iran-Iraq war in mid-1984. Background of the war, effects on other Arab states, position of superpowers, conditions for peace, current crisis over attacks on neutral shipping in the Gulf. 6p. 15f. 9b.   $42
 
07730. HISTORICAL BACKGROUND ON THE ORIGINS OF THE BAHA'I RELIGION. Chronicles the development of the Baha'i religion in the context with the political and economic situation within Iran during the 19th century. This research advocates the position that the Baha'i movement was entirely indigenous to Iran, rather than a product of international nurturing. 11p. 5b.   $77
 
07718. THE ARAB REPUBLIC OF EGYPT. A good overview of the Egyptian state since Nasser's military coup of 1952, focusing upon the resurgence of Arab nationalism and Egyptian foreign policy. The development of a constitutional process is examined as well. 8 pages, 19 footnotes, 9 bibliographic sources.   $56
 
07715. THE DRUZE PEOPLE OF LEBANON: AN OVERVIEW OF THEIR RELIGION AND HISTORY. A comprehensive analysis of the Druze people (aka: Druse) of Lebanon. Their religion, customs, history, and culture are described with detail and in contrast to other peoples of the Middle East. This work also evaluates the Druze role in the 1983-84 period of Lebanese conflict. 11 pages, 25 footnotes, 10 bibliographic sources.   $77
 
07713. FOREIGN RELATIONS BETWEEN SAUDI ARABIA AND THE UNITED STATES. 1964-1984. Excellent overview of Saudi-American relations and the diplomatic aspects of the oil crisis of 1973-74. Includes Egypt-Saudi "proxy war" of 1963-67, effects of the 1967 war, causes and consequences of the 1973 war and oil embargo, ups and downs since then: Carter promises to Palestinians, Egypt-Israel peace treaty, Iran revolution, Iran-Iraq war, AWACS, Lebanon. Argues that Saudi-U.S. cooperation on stable world economy and Middle Eastern anti-communism has and will keep the two nations together, but that Saudis have not and will not compromise on basic Arab concerns such as Palestinians and Jerusalem. 8 pages, 29 footnotes, 7 bibliographic surces.   $56
 
07708. SUFI ALLEGORY IN THE DIVAN OF HAFIZ. The terms and symbols for spiritual enlightenment in the 14th Century Persian poet's work are analyzed; Hafiz is considered as a legitimate adherent of Sufi mysticism on the basis of a textual study of five of his poems. 15p. 27f. 11b.   $105
 
07697. QUALITATIVE COST/BENEFIT ANALYSIS FOR THE EASTER PETROCHEMICAL COMPANY (SHARQ) OF SAUDI ARABIA. Or, how to do a cost/benefit study without exact statistics. Covers the current depressed state of the petrochemical industry, how and why Saudi Arabia decided to enter industry and implications for the industry; benefits of the proJect to the company; benefits to Saudi GNP, and social and technical benefits to Saudi development; costs to the company; potential costs to Saudi economy such as problems of pollution or problems with expatriate workers; opportunity costs. Concludes favorably to this Saudi proJect. 18p. 28f. 15b.   $126
 
07676. THE EFFECTS OF WAR ON LEBANESE BANKING AND ECONOMY. A study of the Lebanese Banking sector and currency since 1975, with overview of the economy. Includes Beirut's success as financial center before 1975, war damage to Lebanese economy, effects on Lebanese industry with examples from oil refining and airlines; flight of banks in '76 and return; how banking business has changed (much more liquid); government steps to restore banking; government regulations on banks; how central bank supports Lebanese government through currency valuations, etc.; Lebanese pound and why it has been relatively stable (government anti-speculation moves and high holdings of gold and foreign currency). 12 pages, 31 footnotes, 8 bibliographic references.   $84
 
07674. OPEC AS AN EXAMPLE OF MONOPOLY. Good brief overview of OPEC's efforts to maximize oil revenues. Includes OPEC as organization of sovereign states, formation and early history, political elements of OPEC actions 1970-1974, how falling demand and rising non-OPEC production forced price cut in 1983. 8 pages, 16 footnotes, 16 bibliographic sources.   $56
 
07617. SAUDI ARABIA. A comprehensive collection of economic and other data on the Kingdom, largely from official government sources. Includes all types of data on economic environment, foreign trade and investment, marketing data, government economic policies and investment incentives. Important points of Islamic law, and political environment for business (generally excellent). 15p. 28f. 12b.   $105
 
07590. IRAN AND THE COLD WAR. Basic history of superpower conflict in Iran -- there's been a great deal of it. Covers from Anglo-Russian rivalry of 19th century; World War II and Soviet occupation of Azerbaijan; nationalization of oil in 1951 and CIA coup in 1953; Shah as an American ally; Nixon doctrine and Iran as regional power; oil diplomacy; regional conflicts; overthrow of Shah and Carter's role; Islamic Republic and war with Iraq; superpower responses to war; conflicting views of whether Iran is really neither east nor west or is tilted toward Soviets. 10p. 23f. 8b.   $70
 
07527. COVERAGE OF IRAN IN THE NEW YORK TIMES, JANUARY-JUNE 1983. Summary and analysis of the Times has covered Iran in a six-month period: 111 articles in six months, mostly brief reports on news related to Iran-Iraq war. Overall summary of coverage by categories of articles; war coverage and foreign policy stories analyzed in detail. Finds Times comprehensive on war and policy-related stories (though probably only useful to someone already informed and concerned), rather weak on domestic stories and analysis. 9p. 10f. 10b.   $63
 
07520. A SURVEY OF PREHISTORIC EGYPT. Complete overview of Egypt in prehistory, from before the first known settlements of 500,000 years ago, through all the various Stone Age cultures, and to the origins of the First Dynasty in around 3100 BC. Includes the distinguishing tool cultures of various periods, climate changes, evidence of a failed experiment in agriculture from 13,000 to 10,000 BC., problems in the origins of agriculture in Egypt and the early agricultural settlements at Fayumand Merimde, and the Gerzean culture that apparently evolved into the First Dynasty. 15p. 34f. 5b.   $105