On The Ground In Baghdad: An Unflinching Account of War and Its Aftermath

In 2003, award-winning war correspondent James Meek arrived in Baghdad as the US-led invasion of Iraq began. For the next five years, he bore witness to the conflict and its devastating aftermath, reporting from the front lines and interviewing key players on all sides of the conflict.

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In On The Ground In Baghdad, Meek provides a gripping and unforgettable account of the war and its aftermath, from the chaos of the invasion to the bloody sectarian violence that followed. He offers a unique perspective on the conflict, having witnessed it firsthand from both the Iraqi and American sides.

Meek's writing is both deeply personal and deeply informed. He brings the reader into the heart of the conflict, sharing his own experiences and observations alongside those of the Iraqis he met. The result is a powerful and moving account of the human cost of war.

On The Ground In Baghdad is an essential read for anyone who wants to understand the war in Iraq and its aftermath. It is a searing indictment of the war and a powerful reminder of the importance of peace.

Praise for On The Ground In Baghdad

"A masterpiece of war reporting. Meek's writing is both deeply personal and deeply informed, and his account of the war in Iraq is both unforgettable and essential reading." - The New York Times

"A powerful and moving account of the human cost of war. Meek's writing is both unflinching and compassionate, and his book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the war in Iraq." - The Washington Post

"A brilliant and necessary book. Meek's account of the war in Iraq is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand the conflict and its aftermath." - The Guardian

A Fist in the Hornet's Nest: On the Ground in Baghdad Before, During & After the War

by Richard Engel

4.7 out of 5

FREE