33 Day War: Israel's War on Hezbollah in Lebanon and Its Consequences by Gilbert

Description: 33 Day War by Gilbert Achcar, Michel Warschawski Middle East experts Gilber Achcar and Michel Warschawski assess the causes and consequences of the 2006 war in Lebannon. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This book assesses the causes and consequences of the impact on the recent Middle East war. The authors describe the popular basis of Hezbollah in Lebanon among the Shiites, but also its relation to the countrys other religious communities and political forces. They analyze the regional roles of Syria, Iran, and Hamas as well as the politics of the United States and Europe. The authors dissect the strategic and political background behind recent actions taken by Israel; the impact of Israels incursion into Lebanon and effects on Lebanons population -- and the consequences of the war on Israel polity and society. Back Cover One former Miss Bolivia. Two missing Colombian drug dealers. Three wealthy tourists taken hostage. Welcome to the Holy City, where corruption is a calling and bent police come ten a peso. A passenger liner runs aground on the muddy banks of the R Author Biography Gilbert Achcar, Michel Warschawski Table of Contents Chapter 1 Lebanon, from Its Origins to July 12, 2006; Chapter 2 Hezbollah, from its Origins to July 12, 2006; Chapter 3 The Thirty-Three-day War and Its Consequences in Lebanon; Chapter 4 Israel, Between Its "Second Lebanon War" and Its Participation in Washingtons "Global War"; Chapter 5 Conclusion: The Sinking Ship of U.S. Imperial Designs; Review "…an unusual comprehension of the facts of international politics."—Le Monde Diplomatique, on Gilbert Achcar"Warschawski is not the Israeli lefts only border runner, but his fellow-travelers are few."—The London Review of Books, on Michel Warschawski Long Description Up to date through the events of October, 2006, this book assesses the causes and consequences of the impact on the recent Middle East war. The authors describe the popular basis of Hezbollah in Lebanon among the Shiites, but also its relation to the countrys other religious communities and political forces. They analyze the regional roles of Syria, Iran, and Hamas as well as the politics of the United States and Europe.The book dissects the strategic and political background behind recent actions taken by Israel; the impact of Israels incursion into Lebanon and effects on Lebanons population and the consequences of the war on Israel polity and society. Throughout the years, Lebanon has confirmed its stance as Israels vietnam: the last war provoked the most serious political earthquake that Israel ever experienced sinse the 1973 "Yom Kippur War." Review Quote "...an unusual comprehension of the facts of international politics." --Le Monde Diplomatique, on Gilbert Achcar "Warschawski is not the Israeli lefts only border runner, but his fellow-travelers are few." --The London Review of Books, on Michel Warschawski Description for Reader Up to date through the events of October 2006, this bookassesses the causes and consequences of the impact of the recent Middle East war. Theauthors describe the popular basis of Hezbollah in Lebanon among the Shiites, but also itsrelation to the countrys other religious communities and political forces. They analyze theregional roles of Syria, Iran, and Hamas, as well as the politics of the United States andEurope. The 33-Day War dissects the strategic andpolitical background behind recent actions taken by Israel, the impact of Israels incursioninto Lebanon and the effects on Lebanons population, and the consequences of the war onIsraels polity and society. Throughout the years, Lebanon has confirmed its stance asIsraels Vietnam: the last war provoked the most serious political earthquake that Israelever experienced since the 1973 "Yom Kippur War." Details ISBN1594514089 Author Michel Warschawski Short Title 33 DAY WAR Language English ISBN-10 1594514089 ISBN-13 9781594514081 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2007 Subtitle Israels War on Hezbollah in Lebanon and Its Consequences Residence FR Illustrations black & white illustrations DOI 10.1604/9781594514081 AU Release Date 2007-02-15 NZ Release Date 2007-02-15 UK Release Date 2007-02-15 Pages 120 Publication Date 2007-02-15 Alternative 9781594514098 DEWEY 956.054 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education Publisher Taylor & Francis Inc Country of Publication United States US Release Date 2007-02-15 Imprint Routledge Place of Publication New York We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134477582;

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