Western Culture In Eastern Lands: A Comparison Of The Methods Adopted By England And Russia In The Middle East

The book ""Western Culture In Eastern Lands: A Comparison Of The Methods Adopted By England And Russia In The Middle East"" by Arminius Vambery is a comparative study of the approaches taken by England and Russia in the Middle East during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The author, a Hungarian orientalist and professor of Oriental languages, examines the cultural and political influences of these two major powers in the region, and how their differing methods impacted the local populations.Vambery provides a detailed analysis of the historical context, including the colonial ambitions of England and Russia, and the impact of their interventions on the social, economic, and political structures of the Middle East. He explores the various methods employed by each country, such as diplomacy, military intervention, education, and cultural exchange, and how these methods were received by the local populations.The book also delves into the cultural differences between the two powers, particularly in terms of their religious and linguistic backgrounds, and how these differences influenced their approaches to the Middle East. Vambery argues that while both countries sought to exert their influence in the region, their methods and motivations were fundamentally different, with England emphasizing economic interests and cultural exchange, while Russia focused on military expansion and political domination.Overall, ""Western Culture In Eastern Lands"" offers a nuanced and insightful look at the complex relationship between England, Russia, and the Middle East during a pivotal moment in history, shedding light on the lasting impact of their interventions on the region and its people.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.