Description
Book SynopsisBased on a decade of research, including in-depth interviews with many leading figures in the story, this edition is essential for anyone who wants to understand the roots of the turmoil engulfing the Middle East, from civil wars to the rise of Al-Qaeda and ISIS.
Trade Review"A fascinating and deeply researched revisionist history."
—Shadi Hamid, Foreign Affairs"An important work of journalism as well as history."
—Richard Spencer, The Times"[Gerges] writes with brilliant insight."
—Steve Donoghue, The National"Accessible and refreshing."
—Gareth Smyth, Arab Weekly"[A] sweeping and powerful new book.... [A] solid, clearly written work of scholarship by a talented and experienced historian of the Middle East. . . . [A]n important contribution."
—John Calvert, Middle East Journal
