Gilbert Achcar's "The Arab Uprising's Relapse: Pathological Symptoms" offers a penetrating analysis of the profound setbacks experienced by the Arab Spring uprisings. Achcar, a renowned scholar, delves into the underlying causes of this regression, identifying the "pathological symptoms" that led to the unravelling of initial revolutionary gains. The book critically examines the interplay of internal dynamics, regional interventions, and international pressures that transformed hopes for democratic change into widespread instability and renewed authoritarianism. It's an essential read for understanding the complex trajectory of political transitions in the Middle East and North Africa following the momentous events of 2011, providing crucial insights into the challenges of sustained revolutionary transformation.