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The Great War for civilisation
The Conquest of the Middle East
Book • 2005
This book by Robert Fisk delves into the complex political history of the Middle East, covering events such as the Arab-Israeli conflict, the Soviet invasion of Afghanistan, the Gulf Wars, and the Algerian Civil War. Fisk, drawing from his extensive experience as a journalist in the region, provides vivid accounts of his experiences in Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, Algeria, Israel, Palestine, and Lebanon.
He critiques what he sees as hypocritical and biased British and United States foreign policies, particularly in relation to the Arab-Israeli conflict and the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
The book also includes historical context and personal interviews with key figures, offering a detailed and incisive look at the region's ongoing strife and the role of Western powers.
He critiques what he sees as hypocritical and biased British and United States foreign policies, particularly in relation to the Arab-Israeli conflict and the 2003 invasion of Iraq.
The book also includes historical context and personal interviews with key figures, offering a detailed and incisive look at the region's ongoing strife and the role of Western powers.
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Chris Hedges as a great book on the modern Middle East marrying reporting with a deep understanding of history.
Chris Hedges as a great book on the modern Middle East marrying reporting with a deep understanding of history.
Journalists and Their Shadows (w/ Patrick Lawrence) | The Chris Hedges Report
