Routledge - The Syrian Uprising: Domestic Origins Book

Explore the complex beginnings of one of the world's most significant modern conflicts with The Syrian Uprising: Domestic Origins and Early Trajectory. Part of the St. Andrews Syrian Studies Series, this Routledge publication examines why the Arab Spring unexpectedly spread to Syria and how massive anti-regime mobilization occurred with such speed. While many observers did not anticipate the rapid shift in the political landscape, the uprising that began in March 2011 transformed into a protracted and damaging conflict. This book provides a detailed look at the underlying forces that drove the movement and the early trajectory of the crisis. Even years after the initial events, the phenomenon remains difficult to fully grasp. This text offers a necessary snapshot of the domestic origins that shaped the uprising, making it an essential resource for those studying Middle Eastern history and the evolving dynamics of regional instability. It serves as a deep dive into the forces that put the regime on the defensive and changed the course of the nation.