Iraq: Old Land, New Nation in ConflictTwenty-First Century Books, 2000. jan. 1. - 144 oldal From the earliest days of Mesopotamian societies, to the proud and powerful caliphates, to today's absolute rule of Saddam Hussein, Iraq's long history has been marked by political turmoil and outside aggression. An up-to-date and informative examination of Iraq's history, foreign relations, and prospects for the future. |
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