The Middle East

The book offers a comprehensive exploration of the Middle East, featuring detailed statistical profiles for each country that provide current information in an accessible format. Author Dilip Hiro draws on his expertise to illuminate the region's complex struggles, conflicts, and alliances, tracing historical developments from British dominance post-World War I through the Gulf War and the rise of the Palestinian National Authority. The narrative skillfully intertwines history, politics, and economics, delivering an engaging and dramatic account of this pivotal area.