The Hidden Hand
Daniel Pipes
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The Hidden Hand
by Daniel Pipes
Published
May 15, 1998
Publisher
Palgrave Macmillan
Pages
420
ISBN-13
9780312176884
ISBN-10
0312176880
Description
In The Hidden Hand, Daniel Pipes provides the first full-length study of conspiracy theories in the Middle East, revealing the power of such theories in determining the political life of the region. Placing conspiracy theories in their historical context, Pipes shows how they have come to suffuse life in the Middle East - from the most private family conversations to the highest and most public levels of politics. He then proceeds to examine conspiracism as a partial explanation for much of the region's problems, including its record of political extremism, violence, and lack of modernization. Concluding with speculations about the future of conspiracism, Pipes makes a very strong case that conspiracy theories are key to understanding the often complicated political culture of the Middle East. The Hidden Hand: Middle East Fears of Conspiracy is a book that anyone interested in the Middle East will want to read.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in The Hidden Hand?
This edition of The Hidden Hand has approximately 420 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read The Hidden Hand?
For most readers, The Hidden Hand typically takes between 8h 45m and 5h 50m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 105,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 0m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 14 days • Estimated word count: 105,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of The Hidden Hand?
The estimated word count for The Hidden Hand is approximately 105,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of The Hidden Hand?
The Hidden Hand was written by Daniel Pipes.
When was The Hidden Hand published?
The publication date for this specific edition is May 15, 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.