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Occupational Hazards. My Time Governing In Iraq.-used
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A Powerful Follow Up To Rory Stewarts Remarkable Debut, 'The Places In Between,' Which Won The Royal Society Of Literature Oondatje Award And The Spirit Of Scotland Award And Was Shortlisted For The Guardian First Book Award, The John Llewellyn Rhys Memorial Prize And The Scottish Book Of The Year Prize.At The Age Of Thirty, Rory Was Appointed Coalition Deputy Governor Of Two Provinces In The Marsh Region Of Southern Iraq. He Kept A Journal Of His Experiences Struggling To Control Assassinations And Tribal Conflict, Rebuild The Regions Infrastructure And Establish A New Iraqi Government Before The Hand Over Of Power In June 2004. His Time In The Marsh Region Culminated In A Terrifying Siege During Which He And His Team Were Under Sustained Attack By Insurgents. Haunted By His Previous Work And Travels In Asia, Rory Brings A Unique Sensitivity And Perspective To The Daily Interactions Between Iraqis And The Coalition And To The Perils And Even Comedy Of Foreign Occupation. His Luminous, Sharp Edged Prose Reveals A Different Iraq To The One Familiar To Us From Print And Broadcast Journalism And Provides A Nuanced And Sympathetic Picture Of Individuals, Both Iraqi And Foreign, Struggling To Manage The Collapse Of A State.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS. My Time Governing in Iraq.'? A: The book explores the complexities of governance and the challenges faced in Iraq during a tumultuous period, focusing on personal experiences and insights from the author's tenure as a deputy Governor.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS' is Rory Stewart, who served as a deputy Governor in Iraq.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: When was 'OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS' published? A: The book was published on June 16, 2006.
- Q: Is 'OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS' suitable for readers interested in biographies? A: Yes, this book falls under the category of Biographies & Memoirs, making it suitable for readers interested in personal narratives and historical accounts.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of writing style? A: Readers can expect a luminous and sharp-edged prose style, which provides a unique perspective on the events in Iraq.
- Q: Does this book include illustrations or photographs? A: The product details do not specify any illustrations or photographs included in the book.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as being in 'Very Good' condition.
- Q: How many pages does 'OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS' have? A: The product details do not specify the number of pages in the book.
- Q: What topics does Rory Stewart cover in his experiences in Iraq? A: Rory Stewart discusses topics such as assassinations, tribal conflict, rebuilding infrastructure, and the complexities of foreign occupation during his time in Iraq.