middle east

Ali Baba discovers the hidden treasures of a band of robbers, survives great danger, and brings riches to his entire family. Presented in English and Vietnamese.

Full-color photographs, a detailed timeline, and excerpts from primary sources offer an in-depth look at the rise of modern terrorism, the rise of ISIS, its rise to power, and what is being done by nations around the world to stop its members from taking more lives.

The Middle East has long been a hotbed of conflict, and Israelis and Palestinians have fought over territory for many years. Through the friendship of two boys, one in the West Bank and one in Jerusalem, readers learn about the heavy cost of continual violence.

Outlines the leadership structure, strategies, tactics, and recruitment methods of the Islamic terrorist group known as ISIS. Also addresses the lineage of the group, its ideological differences and rivalry with al-Qa'ida, and how its rapid growth has been facilitated by twentieth-first century technology.

" ... provides a concise overview of Al Qaeda's trajectory ... [and] the inner workings of this complex organization, ... offer[ing] readers answers to the fundamental questions about Al Qaeda and the Islamic State: who they are, where they came from, where they're going, and--perhaps most critically--what [people] can do about it"--Back cover.

A narrative chronicle of World War I's Arab Revolt explores the pivotal roles of a small group of adventurers, including T.E. Lawrence, and low-level officers who orchestrated a secret effort to control the Middle East, demonstrating how they instigated jihad against British forces, built an elaborate intelligence ring and forged ties to gain valuable oil concessions.

"... traces how the strain of militant Islam behind ISIS first arose in a remote Jordanian prison and spread with the unwitting aid of two American presidents."--Provided by publisher.