First published 2012
Thomas L. Friedman plunges into the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, bearing witness to the region's volatile history. From the bombed-out streets of Beirut to the tense corridors of power in Jerusalem, he navigates the web of religious, political, and cultural tensions that have fueled decades of violence. With unparalleled access and keen insight, Friedman illuminates the human stories behind the headlines, capturing the hopes, fears, and stubborn resilience of those caught in the crucible of the Middle East.
Genres: history, 20th-century, politics, non-fiction, 21st-century, middle-east
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: investigative-journalism, personal-journey
Setting: Israel, Lebanon, Middle East, Oriente (Medio Oriente), Líbano, Libanon
Period: 1945-, 1967-1993, 1973-1993, 1975-1990, 1979-, 1990-, 1993-, Israeli intervention, 1982-1984, Intervención israelí, 1982, 1945, Geschichte 1979-1988, 20th century, Civil War, 1975-1990
640 pages · Paperback