King Hussein of Jordan : A Political Life

In this fascinating biography Nigel Ashton tells the story of King Hussein of Jordan (reigned 1953-99), who survived would-be coups, assassination attempts and constant regional instability to become one of the world's most loved and respected-statesmen. Writing-with unprecedented access to Hussein's private papers, Ashton brings to life Hussein's complex relationships with fellow leaders from Yasser Arafat to Ronald Reagan-and his many years of covert dialogue with Israeli politicians, culminating in the historic 1994 peace treaty between Jordan and Israel. Book jacket.

Nigel Ashton is senior lecturer, Department of International History, London School of Economics and Political Science, and author of Kennedy, Macmillan and the Cold War.