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Old 09-21-2008, 08:46   #9
anythingrandom
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A Path Out of the Desert

Written by Kenneth Pollack, the author of The Threatening Storm - The Case for Invading Iraq - this book is phenomenal. It begins with a history of Middle Eastern conflict, then examines the socioeconomic issues that have led to the current woes in the ME, continues on to explore WHY America (and our allies) should be present in the region, and discusses the challenges we face. I think it is a must-read for anyone interested in these politics.

Also currently reading two books, Jihad and Taliban, by Ahmed Rashid - a Paki journalist with almost 30 years covering the regional conflicts. Both are very informative.

A Path out of the Desert - A Grand Strategy for America in the Middle East is not to be confused with A Path out of the Dessert - One Man's Struggle with Chocolate Addiction.
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