Description

Lawrence Wright masterfully chronicles the intricate path leading to the September 11th attacks in this sweeping historical narrative. Through meticulous research and hundreds of interviews across multiple continents, Wright weaves together the lives of key figures—from al-Qaeda's leaders to the counterterrorism chief tasked with stopping them—to reveal the complex tapestry of events. The book delves into the ideological roots of radical Islam, the formation and evolution of al-Qaeda, and the critical intelligence failures that tragically paved the way for the assault on America. Wright's insightful storytelling offers an unprecedented look behind the scenes, illuminating the personal journeys and fateful decisions that shaped this pivotal moment in history and continue to resonate today.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Berkley

Published Nov 15, 1986

304 pages

ISBN: 9780425099339

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Details

First Published

2001

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Shattered by Lawrence Wright.

War/Trauma
Death/Grief
Racism/Discrimination