The Yom Kippur War - by Abraham Rabinovich (Paperback)

The Yom Kippur War: The Entire Story of the 1973 War is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, international relations, or the Middle East conflict.

This updated edition offers fresh insights into one of the most dramatic reversals of military fortune in modern history, with new information on two Egyptian nationals who supplied Israel with key information, Defense Minister Moshe Dayan's proposal for a nuclear "demonstration," and Chief of Staff David Elazar's conclusion that Israel could not win.

The book provides a seamless and riveting narrative of the war, offering a good understanding of both the military operations and the political developments.

With newly available transcripts, readers can follow the decision-making process in real time from the prime minister's office to commanders studying maps in the field.

The book also sheds light on a conflict that altered the psychology and diplomacy of the Middle East down to the present day.

Truly striking, Rabinovich's book is brilliant, sweeping, and insightful, making it impossible to put down.