It's awesome, and I recommend it to everybody. His previous book Six Days of War is also amazing. That one reads like a thriller because it is so tightly dramatized.
We *all* need to read this book. Of course, once we realize we've had a Middle East problem for so long we'll be full-fledged Islamophobes, xenophobic bigots and racists. (Did I leave anything out?) ;)
What is old, is new again.
I read Six Days of War. I can't say I enjoyed reading it, but that wasn't Oren's fault. I can say I found his account engaging and enlightening.
... and while we're on the subject of books to read, I highly recommend My Year Inside Radical Islam: A Memoir. The author by recounting his experience tries to explain how "normal people" can be drawn to radical jihadist Islam.
I'm guessing "silly and a little embarrassed." Because the book isn't about any 200 year "problem" of the Middle East, but 200+ years of friendships, economic relationships, conflicts and mistakes, and great accomplishment.
We *all* need to read this book. Of course, once we realize we've had a Middle East problem for so long we'll be full-fledged Islamophobes, xenophobic bigots and racists.
Self-pity doesn't wear well on Muslims, and it sure as hell doesn't wear well on non-Muslims. If you aren't a xenophobic bigot or racist, then why should you care if some backwards, reactionary Islamist calls you one?
Commenting on Dean's World is a privilege, not a right. Dean is your host, you are his guest, and you should behave in that fashion. Dean is not your babysitter, nor is he your punching bag. Please remember this. In general, you are free to disagree with anyone on any subject you wish, but abusive behavior will not be tolerated.
Of course we all lose our tempers now and then. Dean freely admits to being imperfect in this regard, which is why regulars to this establishment will generally be cut more slack than people who we don't know very well.
Still: behave like an adult, or go find somewhere else to play. Thanks.
It's awesome, and I recommend it to everybody. His previous book Six Days of War is also amazing. That one reads like a thriller because it is so tightly dramatized.
What is old, is new again.
I read Six Days of War. I can't say I enjoyed reading it, but that wasn't Oren's fault. I can say I found his account engaging and enlightening.
I'm guessing "silly and a little embarrassed." Because the book isn't about any 200 year "problem" of the Middle East, but 200+ years of friendships, economic relationships, conflicts and mistakes, and great accomplishment.
Self-pity doesn't wear well on Muslims, and it sure as hell doesn't wear well on non-Muslims. If you aren't a xenophobic bigot or racist, then why should you care if some backwards, reactionary Islamist calls you one?
You guessed wrong.
Of course we all lose our tempers now and then. Dean freely admits to being imperfect in this regard, which is why regulars to this establishment will generally be cut more slack than people who we don't know very well.
Still: behave like an adult, or go find somewhere else to play. Thanks.