Eugene Rogan writes modern Middle Eastern and Ottoman history, combining political events with the experiences of soldiers and civilians. The Arabs traces the modern history of Arab societies from Ottoman rule through colonialism, nationalism and contemporary conflicts, while The Fall of the Ottomans focuses on the First World War from the perspective of the Ottoman Empire and its fronts. Rogan's writing is detailed but narrative-driven, using archival material without assuming specialist knowledge. Useful catalogue terms include Ottoman history, Arab history, the First World War and modern Middle Eastern politics. Read more Less