Syria 2nd ed
John Morrison
Hardcover
(Infobase Publishing Company, March 15, 2009)
Syria gained its independence in 1946, but has been marched over, sacked, and occupied by soldiers of many empires. Hafaz Assad was elected president in 1970, and his son, Bashar, is credited with bringing his country into the 21st century. Today, Syria is known for its influence in Lebanese affairs and for its suspected terrorist funding. Includes color photos, chronology, bibliography, and further resources.