Books by Dilip Hiro

Traces the history of the eight-year-long war between the two Middle Eastern neighbors, describes the results of the war, and assesses its impact on the region.

A sweeping account of the relationship between Pakistan and India that traces the two countries' contentious history from long simmering tensions between Hindus and Muslims, to the conflict over Kashmir, to the possibility for a present day detente.

This is an essential overview to the conflicts in the Gulf, and should be read by anyone with an interest in the region, its politics and its interactions with the US and UN.

Provides a brief history of Islam both as religion and a socio-political ideology. Outlines the Islamist movements that have thrived in Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan and their relationship with America.