Eugene Rogan

Historian

Eugene Rogan is an eminent, world-renowned Oxford historian and author of multiple acclaimed books on the history of the Middle East. He is also a professor in the Department of History and Middle East Studies at the University of Oxford, and the author of The Arabs: A History and The Fall of the Ottomans: The Great War in the Middle East, which was named Book of the Year by the Times Literary Supplement. Rogan is a passionate researcher and skilled storyteller. His award-winning writing has successfully unveiled a nuanced look into the little understood culture, religion and politics of the Middle East. He brings together evidence and accounts from a variety of sources to construct a captivating narrative that accurately reveals the complexities of the region while highlighting the nuances of its history. Rogan’s focus on the Middle East ensures that his stories are nuanced, insightful and above all, educational. Through his dedicated research and unique storytelling, he has brought about greater understanding of the region and has highlighted the complexity and fragility of its societies. Through his books, lectures and public speaking engagements, he is helping to build bridges between East and West. Eugene Rogan’s work is invaluable, and his commitment and passion for uncovering the truth and giving a voice to the story of the Middle East is second to none. His research has been instrumental in rewriting the history books on the region and his books are landmarks in the documentation of the many untold stories. His influence within the world of Middle Eastern studies is unparalleled and he is without a doubt one of the most authoritative voices on the matter.