What inspired the author to explore the myths about progress and backwardness in Arab societies?
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What inspired the author to explore the myths about progress and backwardness in Arab societies?
Did anyone else feel that the historical examples used were balanced, or did some seem more persuasive than others?
How do you think this book's critique of Western influence impacts current debates on modernization?