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Fred Halliday

    Simon Halliday was an Irish writer and academic specializing in International Relations and the Middle East. His work focused on the study of the Cold War, Iran, and the Arabian Peninsula. He explored the complex political dynamics and historical contexts of these key regions. His academic contributions illuminate a deeper understanding of global politics.

    Dark Waters
    Wordsworth and His World
    The Making of the Second Cold War
    Arabia without Sultans
    Ireland and the Middle East: Trade, Society and Peace
    Iran
    • 2024

      The classic study of Pahlavi-era Iran, written on the eve of the 1979 revolution

      Iran
    • 2022

      Twelve years ago DI Monica Kennedy caught serial killer Pauline Tosh. Although Tosh never confessed to her crimes, she was convicted to life imprisonment. Monica moved onto her next investigation and never heard from her again. Until now; Tosh has sent Monica letter saying she has information, asking Monica to visit her at the remote Highlands Carselang prison. When Tosh hands Monica a hand drawn map with a cross marking the marsh lands near Inverness she knows she needs to investigate. The original investigation found Tosh guilty of four murders, but Monica was always convinced there were more victims and when a corpse is discovered it looks like the team have found a new victim on Tosh's kill list. However, despite pressure to close the case Monica knows that nothing is that easy. As the team investigate connections between the victim and the renowned serial killer they discover something much more complex. When a series of arson attacks are compounded by leaks from someone close to the investigation Monica realises the case is anything but cold. As she's drawn into a murderous past, a cold blooded killer watches, far too close to home for comfort.

      Under the Marsh
    • 2020

      Dark Waters

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.0(327)Add rating

      The haunting new novel from G. R. Halliday, shortlisted for THE MCILVANNEY DEBUT PRIZE. THREE MISTAKES. TWO MURDERS. ONE MORE VICTIM TO GO . . . Annabelle loves to drive. It helps her escape her world, her past. Speeding on a mountain road in the Scottish Highlands, she sees a little girl step out in front of her. She swerves to avoid her. The next thing Annabelle remembers is waking up in a dark, damp room. A voice from the corner of the room says 'The Doctor will see you now'. Scott is camping in the woodlands in the Scottish Highlands - but in the middle of the night, he hears something outside his tent. When he goes out to have a look, a little girl is standing among the trees, staring right at him. Scott is never seen again. When a dismembered body is discovered, DI Monica Kennedy gets called to the scene immediately. After six months away from the Serious Crimes team, they need her back on board. As Monica searches for the murderer, another body is found. Monica knows the signs . . . She's on the hunt for a serial killer. Perfect for fans of James Oswald, Ann Cleeves and Val McDermid.

      Dark Waters
    • 2019

      From the shadows

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
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      Seven days. Four deaths. One chance to catch a killer. Sixteen-year-old Robert arrives home late. Without a word to his dad, he goes up to his bedroom. Robert is never seen alive again. A body is soon found on the coast of the Scottish Highlands. Detective Inspector Monica Kennedy is drawn into the murder investigation and she has a feeling that the case won't begin and end with this one death. Meanwhile, Inverness-based social worker Michael Bach is worried about one of his clients whose last correspondence was a single ambiguous text message; Nichol Morgan has been missing for seven days. As Monica is faced with catching a murderer who has been meticulously watching and waiting, Michael keeps searching for Nichol, desperate to find him before the killer claims another victim. From the Shadows introduces DI Monica Kennedy, an unforgettable new series lead, perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves's Vera, Susie Steiner and Peter May. Readers have been gripped by From the Shadows: 'Well written, interesting and full of plot twists!' 'Keeps the reader guessing ... You are sure to be surprised!' 'A dead good debut thriller ... recommended' 'A real page turner'

      From the shadows
    • 2007

      Exploring Ireland's foreign policy in the Middle East, this book features essays from prominent scholars addressing key issues such as historical involvement, trade relations, and ideological parallels between Ireland and various Middle Eastern countries, including Israel, Egypt, and Iraq. It delves into conflicts and peace efforts in Northern Ireland and the broader region, offering a comprehensive analysis of Ireland's diplomatic relationships and the complexities of regional dynamics.

      Ireland and the Middle East: Trade, Society and Peace
    • 2005

      100 Myths About the Middle East

      • 269 pages
      • 10 hours of reading
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      In this book Halliday debunks one hundred of the most commonly misconstrued 'facts' concerning the Middle East - in the political, cultural, social and historical spheres.

      100 Myths About the Middle East
    • 2005

      The Middle East in International Relations

      • 386 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      3.9(65)Add rating

      The international relations of the Middle East have long been dominated by uncertainty and conflict. External intervention, interstate war, political upheaval and interethnic violence are compounded by the vagaries of oil prices and the claims of military nationalist and religious movements. Fred Halliday sets this region and its conflicts in context, providing on the one hand, a historical introduction to its character and problems, and, on the other, a reasoned analysis of its politics. In an engagement with both the study of the Middle East and the theoretical analysis of international relations, Halliday, one of the best known and most respected scholars writing on the region today, offers a compelling and original interpretation. Written in a clear, accessible and interactive style, the book is designed for students, policymakers, and the general reader. Fred Halliday is Professor of International Relations at the London School of Economics. He is the author and editor of several publications including Two Hours that Shook the World: September 11, 2001: Causes and Consequences (Tauris, 2002), Islam & the Myth of Confrontation (Tauris, 2002), The World at 2000: Perils and Promises (Macmillan, 2001), and Nation and Religion in the Middle East (Lynne Rienner, 2000).

      The Middle East in International Relations
    • 2002

      Revolution and Foreign Policy

      The Case of South Yemen, 1967 1987

      • 336 pages
      • 12 hours of reading

      The study delves into South Yemen's foreign policy, examining its historical context, key decisions, and relationships with other nations. It highlights the influences shaping South Yemen's diplomatic strategies and the impact of regional dynamics on its international stance. Through detailed analysis, the book provides insights into the motivations behind South Yemen's actions on the global stage, contributing to a deeper understanding of its role in Middle Eastern politics.

      Revolution and Foreign Policy
    • 2001

      The World at 2000

      Perils and Promises

      Beneath the millennial shine of political optimism lurk a set of deep uncertainties, with growing global inequality, ethnic conflicts, the arms race, and more. This text provides a critical assessment of the world's state and prospects at 2000.

      The World at 2000
    • 2001

      Wordsworth and His World

      • 126 pages
      • 5 hours of reading

      William Wordsworth, born in 1770, was the eldest and possibly the greatest member of the English Romantic movement. The English countryside was his chief inspiration - in so much of his work he combined a passionate apprehension of nature with a belief that nature is the source of man's innate goodness. He was determined to express his ideals in terms of the lives of ordinary people, and using the plainest language, which caused a revolution in English poetic style - though his verse rises to heights of splendour, which few other English poets can match. Halliday's biography turns a mighty name into a human being.

      Wordsworth and His World