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The Wars Against Saddam

The Hard Road to Baghdad

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The Wars Against Saddam

By: John Simpson
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From acclaimed foreign correspondent John Simpson, a riveting account of more than twenty years spent covering Saddam Hussein's Iraq. Read by the author.

A major work of serious reportage, The Wars Against Saddam explores the full story of Saddam Hussein's rise to power, and his relationship with the West throughout his dictatorship. Simpson blends history with personal anecdotes from decades spent reporting in the field, offering unparalleled insight and perspective.

This is essential listening for anyone seeking to understand the complex history of Iraq under Saddam Hussein's rule.

'By far the most comprehensive and readable account to date . . . Simpson remains a reporter who cares' – The Sunday Times

'Well-paced and well balanced . . . The Wars Against Saddam impresses not so much by its urgency as its detachment . . . the book exhibits, not bias, but a proper perspective' – Boyd Tonkin, Independent

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Critic Reviews

By far the most comprehensive and readable account to date . . . Simpson remains a reporter who cares
Well-paced and well balanced . . . The Wars Against Saddam impresses not so much by its urgency as its detachment . . . the book exhibits, not bias, but a proper perspective (Boyd Tonkin, Independent)
The first big book about the decade's big story . . . totally compelling (Giles Whittell, The Times)
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