A World of Trouble

In "A World of Trouble," Patrick Tyler explores the complex and often tumultuous relationship between U.S. presidents and the Middle East, revealing how key events have shaped American foreign policy from Dwight D. Eisenhower to George W. Bush. Utilizing newly accessible presidential archives, Tyler depicts a narrative filled with mixed motives and misadventures, as leaders grappled with decisions influenced by local dynamics and internal challenges. This insightful chronicle sheds light on the consequences of presidential actions that frequently undermined their predecessors' policies and the subsequent impact on America's standing in the region.