Milton Viorst

The Middle East has long been a volatile yet vital region in world politics. In his captivating new book, In the Shadow of the Prophet, journalist Milton Viorst illuminates the complex struggle to reconcile the Muslim community's fierce determination to live by traditional Islamic law and beliefs with the desire for …

Traces the history of Israel and its relations with its Arab neighbors, examines American policy concerning the region, and discusses the advantages of a negotiated peace