An edition of Jordan
(1997)
Jordan
2nd ed.
by Coleman South
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Table of Contents
Introduction
Geography
Geographical areas, major cities, climate, water, the Dead Sea, flora and fauna
History
Ancient history, Middle age history, the 20th century, the Palestinian Liberation Organization, toward modern times, change of monarchs, new electoral laws
Government
Government structure, kings, citizens, and debts, western queens in the desert, minority group representation, law, order, and protection
Economy
Mining and manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, jobs, economic problems, transportation, what unemployment figures do not show
Environment
Water pollution, air pollution, waste disposal, land degeneration, endangered species, efforts to solve the problems
Jordanians, population statistics, race and class, dressing, minority groups, attitude toward foreigners
Lifestyle
Socializing, cultural attitudes, importance of the family, women's roles, education, health, living quarters
Religion
Ancient religions, sunni Islam, the story of Islam, other religions and sects
Language
An ancient language, different styles, other differences, the script, body language, other languages
Arts
Ancient art, Islam effect on art, music, literature, writers, handicrafts, modern arts, architecture
Leisure, dining, other activities, sports, cinema, radio, and television
Festivals
Weddings, religious festivals, other celebrations, dancing for life
Food
Meals, types of food, Arab fast food, in a Jordanian kitchen, daily shopping
Map of Jordan
About the economy
About the culture
Time line
Glossary
Further information
Bibliography
Index.
Edition Notes
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Examines the geography, history, government, economy, and culture of Jordan.
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