Bowen, Jeremy
Six Days: How the 1967 War Shaped the Middle East
- ISBN 13:
- 9780743449694
- author:
- Bowen, Jeremy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster UK
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2004
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 130 mm X 198 mm
- Genre:
- Asian / Middle Eastern history: postwar, from c 1945 -
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Six-Day War was a pivotal moment in modern history, shaping the Middle East and its people for generations to come. Forty years on, the conflict continues to simmer, with Israelis and Palestinians locked in a cycle of violence and negotiation. This book provides a detailed and compelling account of the 1967 war, drawing on extensive research and interviews with key participants. Jeremy Bowen, a seasoned journalist and former BBC Middle East correspondent, brings his unique perspective to this history. With a deep understanding of the complexities of the conflict, he weaves together a gripping narrative that explores the human drama of the war. This is a deeply personal and insightful book, as engaging as the best modern history writing. By examining the events of June 1967, Bowen sheds light on the roots of the ongoing conflict, revealing the intricate web of politics, geography, and human emotion that continues to drive the Middle East today.