A Brief History of the Middle East

audiobook (Unabridged) 5,000 Years of Religion, War, and Revolution

By Dominic Haynes

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They say history repeats itself. In the Middle East, it never stopped.

Why is the world's oldest region still one of its most volatile? And why do so few people truly understand the roots of its wars, revolutions, and religious divides?

If you've ever felt overwhelmed trying to connect the dots between Mesopotamia and modern-day headlines—or struggled to grasp how empires, religion, and ideology shaped today's Middle East—this is the book that finally makes it all click. A Brief History of the Middle East takes you on a fast-paced journey through 5,000 years of conflict and change, revealing the deeper patterns that still shape the region today.

Inside, you'll discover:

  • ✅ How Mesopotamia gave birth to civilization—and the blueprint for power
  • ✅ Why Alexander the Great, Rome, and early Islam reshaped the region
  • ✅ What made the Ottoman Empire last—and what tore it apart
  • ✅ How colonialism fractured borders and sparked modern struggles
  • ✅ The real story behind the Arab-Israeli conflict and Islamic fundamentalism
  • ✅ A sweeping yet accessible history that connects past to present
  • Whether you're a traveler, student, or just tired of surface-level news, this book gives you the real story—one that goes deeper than headlines and finally explains why the Middle East is the way it is.

    History doesn't have to be dry or dense. This concise guide delivers total clarity—perfect for anyone who wants real insight without the fluff.

    → Listen to A Brief History of the Middle East now and understand the forces still shaping our world.

    *PDF copy included with purchase

    A Brief History of the Middle East