A History of the Middle East: 4th edition | 
pickVery dense book but gave me a footing in an area I have little knowledge of. I wish he had explained more of what the people wanted (versus the leaders) and I'm still a little fuzzy on what the differences between the various groups are and why they are so antagonistic towards each other (it was presented as just a thing that was with no background on the why). But that just means more books to read to fill the gaps in my understanding
cathysaid This is an area where I need a cultural education as well. 8y
