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“A shortcut is the longest distance between two points.”

Quote by Charles Issawi

Book:Growing Up Different: Memoirs of a Middle East Scholar

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Growing Up Different: Memoirs of a Middle East Scholar

In 'Growing Up Different: Memoirs of a Middle East Scholar,' the author shares their personal journey, reflecting on their distinctive background and the challenges and triumphs they encountered while pursuing a career in Middle Eastern academia. more

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Charles Issawi, born in an unknown location in 1916, was a mysterious scholar whose life and academic background remain shrouded in mystery. His specific achievements and contributions are not well-documented, but his influence on the academic world has gradually gained recognition. more

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