Bahrain in Perspective: Orientation Guide: Geography, History, Economy, Society, Security, Military, Religion, Traditions, Manama, Muharraq, Hamad Town, Riffa, Al Khalifa Era, Oil, Sectarian Balance

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Author: Progressive Management ISBN: 9781310020353
Publisher: Progressive Management Publication: July 27, 2014
Imprint: Smashwords Edition Language: English
Author: Progressive Management
ISBN: 9781310020353
Publisher: Progressive Management
Publication: July 27, 2014
Imprint: Smashwords Edition
Language: English

This unique guide produced by the Department of Defense provide comprehensive information about all aspects of life in Bahrain, with a special emphasis on geography, history, the economy, society, security and military matters, religion, traditions, urban and rural life, ethnic groups, crime, the environment, government, holidays, gender issues and much more.

CHAPTER 1 - GEOGRAPHY
Introduction * Geographic Regions and Topographic Features * Climate * Bodies of Water * Cities * Manama * Muharraq * Hamad Town * Riffa * A'Ali * Natural Hazards * Environmental Concerns * Chapter 1 Assessment

CHAPTER 2 - HISTORY
Introduction * Early History * Dilmun * Pre-Islamic Period * Islamic Era * Islam and the Qarmatians * Local Dynasties * Portuguese and Persian Domination * Al Khalifa Era * Origins of Al Khalifa Rule * Pre-Protectorate Power Struggles * Al Khalifa Succession Battles * British Dominance * Discovery of Oil * Social Unrest * Independence * Security Concerns * Recent History * Reforms and a New Constitution * The Arab Spring and Sectarian Unrest * Aftermath of the Arab Spring Demonstrations * Chapter 2 Assessment

CHAPTER 3 - ECONOMY
Introduction * Agriculture * Crops * Livestock * Industry and Manufacturing * Energy Resources * Natural Resources * Trade * Tourism * Banking, Finance, and Currency * Investment * Transportation * Standard of Living * Organizations * Chapter 3 Assessment

CHAPTER 4 - SOCIETY
Introduction * Ethnic and Linguistic Groups * Religion * Cuisine * Traditional Clothing * Gender Issues * Arts * Pottery * Poetry * Music * Sports and Recreation * Chapter 4 Assessment

CHAPTER 5 - SECURITY
Introduction * U.S.-Bahraini Relations * Relations with Neighboring Countries * Saudi Arabia * Qatar * Iran * Military * Terrorist Groups and Violent Activities * Other Issues Affecting Stability * Economic Effects of Anti-Government Protests * Sectarian Balance and Electoral Legitimacy * Chapter 5 Assessment

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This unique guide produced by the Department of Defense provide comprehensive information about all aspects of life in Bahrain, with a special emphasis on geography, history, the economy, society, security and military matters, religion, traditions, urban and rural life, ethnic groups, crime, the environment, government, holidays, gender issues and much more.

CHAPTER 1 - GEOGRAPHY
Introduction * Geographic Regions and Topographic Features * Climate * Bodies of Water * Cities * Manama * Muharraq * Hamad Town * Riffa * A'Ali * Natural Hazards * Environmental Concerns * Chapter 1 Assessment

CHAPTER 2 - HISTORY
Introduction * Early History * Dilmun * Pre-Islamic Period * Islamic Era * Islam and the Qarmatians * Local Dynasties * Portuguese and Persian Domination * Al Khalifa Era * Origins of Al Khalifa Rule * Pre-Protectorate Power Struggles * Al Khalifa Succession Battles * British Dominance * Discovery of Oil * Social Unrest * Independence * Security Concerns * Recent History * Reforms and a New Constitution * The Arab Spring and Sectarian Unrest * Aftermath of the Arab Spring Demonstrations * Chapter 2 Assessment

CHAPTER 3 - ECONOMY
Introduction * Agriculture * Crops * Livestock * Industry and Manufacturing * Energy Resources * Natural Resources * Trade * Tourism * Banking, Finance, and Currency * Investment * Transportation * Standard of Living * Organizations * Chapter 3 Assessment

CHAPTER 4 - SOCIETY
Introduction * Ethnic and Linguistic Groups * Religion * Cuisine * Traditional Clothing * Gender Issues * Arts * Pottery * Poetry * Music * Sports and Recreation * Chapter 4 Assessment

CHAPTER 5 - SECURITY
Introduction * U.S.-Bahraini Relations * Relations with Neighboring Countries * Saudi Arabia * Qatar * Iran * Military * Terrorist Groups and Violent Activities * Other Issues Affecting Stability * Economic Effects of Anti-Government Protests * Sectarian Balance and Electoral Legitimacy * Chapter 5 Assessment

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