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Time, Selfhood, and Sovereignty in Iraq: Stanford Studies in Middle Eastern and Islamic Societies and Cultures

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Familiar Futures: Time, Selfhood, and Sovereignty in Iraq (Stanford Studies in Middle Eastern and Islamic Societies and Cultures)

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By Toby C. Jones

Time, Selfhood, And Sovereignty In Iraq Familiar Futures: Time Selfhood And Sovereignty In Iraq (Stanford Studies In Middle Eastern And Islamic Societies And Cultures)

Time, Selfhood, and Sovereignty in Iraq explores the complex relationship between time, selfhood, and sovereignty in Iraq. This book draws on a wide range of sources, including literature, film, and ethnography, to provide a nuanced understanding of how Iraqis have experienced and imagined time and sovereignty over the past century.

Jones argues that time is not a neutral or objective phenomenon in Iraq, but rather a contested and politicized concept. The ways in which Iraqis have experienced and imagined time have been shaped by a variety of factors, including colonialism, imperialism, and war. These experiences have led to a sense of disorientation and fragmentation in Iraqi society, and have made it difficult for Iraqis to develop a coherent sense of selfhood and sovereignty.

Jones's book is a timely and important contribution to the study of Iraq. It provides a fresh perspective on the country's history and politics, and offers valuable insights into the challenges facing Iraq today.

Reviews

"Time, Selfhood, and Sovereignty in Iraq is a brilliant and original work that sheds new light on the complex relationship between time, selfhood, and sovereignty in Iraq. Jones's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Iraq, the Middle East, or the study of time and sovereignty."

—Juan Cole, University of Michigan

"Time, Selfhood, and Sovereignty in Iraq is a major contribution to the study of Iraq and the Middle East. Jones's book provides a nuanced and insightful analysis of the ways in which time, selfhood, and sovereignty have been contested and negotiated in Iraq over the past century. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history, politics, and culture of Iraq."

—Michael E. Bonner, University of Michigan

About the Author

Toby C. Jones is Assistant Professor of History at Rutgers University. He is the author of Desert Kingdom: How Oil and Water Forged Modern Saudi Arabia (Harvard University Press, 2018).