The Sirens of Baghdad

The Sirens of Baghdad A Novel

1st paperback ed

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Publisher's Synopsis

Forced to leave the University of Baghdad when the Americans invade Iraq, a young man returns home to his small desert village, where he witnesses three unspeakable acts of violence committed by American soldiers. Consumed by a desire for revenge, the youth returns to the city where is he is taken in by a radical group. Before long, he finds himself part of a terrorist operation which will take him to London. But as the time to board the plane draws near, he struggles to reconcile himself to his mission.

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Book information

ISBN: 9780099513230
Publisher: Random House
Imprint: Vintage
Pub date:
Edition: 1st paperback ed
DEWEY: 843.92
DEWEY edition: 22
Language: English
Number of pages: 307
Weight: 230g
Height: 198mm
Width: 130mm
Spine width: 21mm