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A line in the sand

Book • 2021

A Line in the Sand by James Barr delves into the complex history of how Britain and France carved up the Middle East after World War I, focusing on the Sykes-Picot Agreement and its lasting impact.

The book reveals a tale of intrigue, espionage, and violence, involving figures like T.E.

Lawrence and Winston Churchill, and explores how these events continue to influence the region today.

Mentioned by

Rachel St. John

Mentioned in 3 episodes

Mentioned by

Russ Roberts

as the book exploring the impact of British-French rivalry on the Middle East after the Ottoman Empire's fall.

The Struggle That Shaped the Middle East (with James Barr)

Mentioned by

Christina Kim

, referring to

Rachel St. John

's history of the western U.S.-Mexico border.

Line. Fence. Wall.

Recommended by

Anita Anand

as an excellent book explaining the Sykes-Picot Agreement.

38. Sykes-Picot: Carving up the Middle-East

Mentioned by

Jonny Dymond

as the author of two books on Britain, France, and America's role in the Middle East.

Jeremy Bowen: Making Sense of the Modern Middle East, Part Two

Recommended by the speaker to understand the complex politics between different factions of Zionism and the Arabs.

Menachim Begin and Irgun

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