Summary:
The book is a comprehensive account of the modern history and conflicts in the Middle East, drawing on the author's extensive experience as a journalist in the region. It covers a range of topics including the Iran-Iraq War, the Lebanese Civil War, the Gulf War, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, providing personal narratives and interviews alongside historical analysis.
Key points:
1. Middle Eastern Politics: Fisk highlights the complexity of Middle Eastern politics, often oversimplified in Western media, and the importance of understanding its history.
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