Geography of the Middle East and North Africa.

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This course offers an in-depth exploration of the Middle East and North Africa, focusing on the region's diverse geography, social structures, cultural heritage, and dynamic political landscapes. We will study how the cultural landscape, historical trajectories, and socio-political developments have shaped and continue to influence the lives of millions in the region. Students also critically engage with key geopolitical issues among states and within societies. We will be reading and discussing several short biographical literatures to help us gain a more humanized perspective of people's everyday lives in the region.