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A Peace to End All Peace
688 pages, 2009
In A Peace to End All Peace, David Fromkin tells the story of how the modern Middle East was created. The Middle East has long been a region of rival religions, ideologies, nationalisms, and ambitions. All of these conflicts― including hostilities between Arabs and Israelis and the violent challenges posed by Iraq's competing sects― are rooted in the region's political inheritance: the arrangements, unities, and divisions imposed by the Allies after the First World War.
Fromkin reveals how and why the Allies drew lines on an empty map that remade the geography and politics of the Middle East. Focusing on the formative years of 1914-1922―when all seemed possible―he delivers in this sweeping and magisterial book the definitive account of this defining time.
A Peace to End All Peace by David Fromkin provides a deep understanding of the Middle East's history. It's a great resource if you want to explore the roots of the conflicts and issues that the region faces today.
The book shows how World War I had a significant impact on the Middle East. Fromkin explains how the decisions made during the war still affect the region today. It's a fascinating look into the long-term effects of global events.
Fromkin's book reveals the role that Western powers, particularly Britain, played in shaping the Middle East. He shows how their actions and policies led to the creation of new nations and the rise of conflicts. It's a must-read if you want to understand the West's influence in the region.
A Peace to End All Peace is a great book to check out if you're interested in politics. It shows how complex and intertwined political decisions can be, and how they can have far-reaching consequences. Fromkin does a great job of breaking down these complexities.
The book emphasizes the importance of understanding historical context. Fromkin shows how past events and decisions shape the present and future. It's a great reminder to always consider the bigger picture when looking at current events.
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A Peace to End All Peace is a compelling narrative, filled with incisive lessons for our time.
Henry Kissinger - Diplomat, Geopolitical ConsultantFromkin's book is a masterful account of how and why the Middle East was carved up a century ago.
John Mearsheimer - Political ScientistA Peace to End All Peace is a monumental work that clarifies the puzzling history of the Middle East.
Fareed Zakaria - Journalist, AuthorFromkin's book is a must-read for anyone seeking to understand the current realities of the Middle East.
Robert D. Kaplan - Travel WriterA Peace to End All Peace is a profound analysis of the historical events that shaped the Middle East.
Bernard Lewis - Historian, OrientalistRecommendations
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