“When I arrived in Beirut from Europe, I felt the oppressive, damp heat, saw the unkempt palm trees and smelt the Arabic coffee, the fruit stalls and the over-spiced meat. It was the beginning of the Orient. And when I flew back to Beirut from Iran, I could pick up the British papers, ask for a gin and tonic at any bar, choose a French, Italian, or German restaurant for dinner. It was the beginning of the West. All things to all people, the Lebanese rarely questioned their own identity.”
Quote by Robert Fisk
Work
Pity the Nation: Lebanon at War
This book delves into the complex and often violent history of Lebanon, focusing on the period of civil war that raged from 1975 to 1990. It examines the political, social, and religious dynamics that contributed to the conflict and its devastating impact on the country. more
Author
Robert Fisk
Robert Fisk, born on July 12, 1946, is a British writer renowned for his coverage of the Middle East. His work spans politics, history, and society, offering profound insights into the conflicts and transformations in the region. more
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