The Truth About Syria

Acclaimed Middle East expert Barry Rubin answers the question many are asking today: How dangerous is Syria? Rubin's account of Syria received praise for its strong opinions, including a glowing review in the New York Post Syria. It is the first book to focus on Syria as a major threat. Barry Rubin is a well-known expert on Middle East politics with excellent media contacts. Syria has long presented a serious problem for the Middle East. With its mix of competing religious and ethnic groups, radical ideologies, and political repression, it is a 72,000-square-mile time bomb waiting to go off. This book explores the critical issues and offers an insightful analysis of the effects of recent developments.