Middle East Illusions

Excellent reading. Chomsky is brilliant as usual.

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Overall an amazing book. Chomsky is a one-of-a-kind figure with intelligence that is off the charts (his charts I suppose for those who dislike him). I do not live on "Planet Chomsky" as his counterparts have labeled those who buy wholeheartedly into his speeches and works. Intrigued by his writings, I have been actively researching the Middle East situation and he makes many valid points that near objectivism if you allow yourself to put aside the ideology that the U.S. has instilled in its citizens over Israel. There is NO objective right or wrong in this messy conflict, but he wonderfully challenges both sides in this bitter struggle, noting that the injustices by both sides are plentiful. It is a must-read for anyone and everyone concerned. I'd like to note that this review is from a white, U.S.-born citizen raised by Republicans and in adulthood has no ties to either party. Chomsky is by no means the be-all-end-all expert, and yes, many of his opinions are wildly out there, however, I would be doing an injustice (minor in comparison to those laid out in the book) by labeling this writing as anything but insightful.

Buy this book to understand the roots of the Middle East mayhem.