Damascus Between Democracy And Dictatorship

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Between 1949 and 1957, ten coups shook Syria. Each attempt to overthrow the government was led by powers sympathetic to either the Soviet Union or the United States. Damascus Between Democracy and Dictatorship details the oscillations that rocked the Arab region during this transitional period, ultimately destroying Syria's chances for a stable democracy. Different levels of struggle are analyzed within the context of global Cold War politics, and the roles of specific leaders are critiqued. Preface Acknowledgments Introduction One. The Palestinian Interlude Two. Fall of the Syrian Democracy Three. The Rule of Husni al-Zaiim Four. A Troubled Dictator Five. The Downfall of Husni al-Zaiim Six. Parliamentary Democracy Seven. Return of the Military Eight. Adib al-Shishakli Nine. Turning Back the Clock Ten. Preparing for Elections Eleven. End of the Atassi Era Twelve. Ascent of Shukri al-Kuwatly Thirteen. Honeymoon with Egypt Fourteen. Prelude to Union Key Personalities Bibliography Index