Preserving the Saudi Monarchy: Political Pragmatism in Saudi Arabia, c.1973-1979

Willner, Samuel E.

This book provides a new perspective on the study of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its monarchy – its political leadership and decisions. Moreover, it analyzes how that decision-making evolved before, during, and after the Arab–Israeli War of 1973, and the subsequent Arab oil embargo that followed; the run-up to and aftermath of the 1975 murder of King Faysal; discussions over the oil weapon; and Saudi responses to the Carter presidency in the United States. Through the prism of tribal decision-making, this book sheds new light on a number of important political events, which have shaped the political leadership in Saudi Arabia, and explores the behind-the-scenes workings of the Saudi royal family.

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Published by: Palgrave Macmillan

Publication Date: 2023-06-20

Format: Hardcover

ISBN-13: 9783031300059

DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-30006-6

Dimensions: 210cm x148cm

Pages: 243