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Lion of Jordan: Chronicle of an Exceptional Reign

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Lion of Jordan

by Avi Shlaim

4.5 out of 5

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Lion of Jordan is an authoritative and captivating biography of King Hussein, Jordan's longest-reigning monarch. Renowned historian Avi Shlaim paints a vivid portrait of the king's remarkable life and his pivotal role in shaping the Middle East.

Hussein was born in 1935 in Amman, Jordan. He ascended to the throne in 1952 at the age of 17, following the assassination of his father, King Talal. Hussein's reign was marked by both triumphs and challenges. He navigated the treacherous waters of the Arab-Israeli conflict, maintaining Jordan's independence and stability amidst regional turmoil.

Shlaim's biography draws upon extensive research and interviews with Hussein's family, friends, and close advisors. He provides a nuanced and balanced account of the king's life, exploring his strengths and weaknesses, his successes and failures.

Lion of Jordan offers a fascinating insight into the life of a remarkable leader and the complex history of the Middle East. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the region and its recent past.

Praise for Lion of Jordan

"Avi Shlaim has written a magisterial biography of King Hussein, one of the most important figures in the modern Middle East. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the history of Jordan and the region." - Efraim Karsh, author of Palestine Betrayed

"Shlaim's biography is a tour de force. It is a deeply researched and elegantly written account of the life of King Hussein, one of the most fascinating and enigmatic figures in the Middle East. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of Jordan and the region." - Eugene Rogan, author of The Arabs

About the Author

Avi Shlaim is a professor of international relations at the University of Oxford. He is the author of numerous books on the Middle East, including Collusion Across the Jordan: King Abdullah, the Zionist Movement, and the Partition of Palestine and Iron Wall: Israel and the Arab World.

Lion of Jordan is available now from Our Book Library and other major booksellers.

Lion of Jordan

by Avi Shlaim

4.5 out of 5