Inside Syria

the backstory of their civil war and what the world can expect

313 pages

English language

Published 2014

ISBN:
978-1-61614-948-2
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OCLC Number:
868199593

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"Based on first-hand reporting from Syria and Washington, journalist Reese Erlich unravels the complex dynamics underlying the Syrian civil war. Through vivid, on-the-ground accounts and interviews with both rebel leaders and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Erlich gives the reader a better understanding of this momentous power struggle and why it matters. Through his many contacts inside Syria, the author reveals who is supporting Assad and why; he describes the agendas of the rebel factions; and he depicts in stark terms the dire plight of many ordinary Syrian people caught in the cross-fire. The book also provides insights into the role of the Kurds, the continuing influence of Iran, and the policies of US leaders who seem interested only in protecting US regional interests. As Erlich shows, current events in Syria can be best understood by looking at Syria's recent history, especially the roles of key historic figures. Several chapters are …

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Helt grei gjennomgang av konflikten. Man sitter igjen med en grei oversikt over aktørene, interne så vel som eksterne, og deres mål og interesser. Likevel lærer man ikke så veldig mye nytt, dersom man har fulgt landet i noen år. Derimot er boka en god introduksjon til et komplisert og spennende land.

Subjects

  • Politics and government
  • Protest movements
  • Political violence
  • History

Places

  • Syria