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Netanyahu: The Road to Power

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This book is a great book on the former PM of Israel. It gives an inside look into his life and gives the reader a close up of the Israel political scene and how things are done. At times, it also steps into his bedroom and examines his relationship with his wife, at times giving the reader details that Netanyahu probably would not want made public. He was and still is an important man in Israeli politics and the role he will play in the future, if any, is still unknown, but this biography is the only book on him available in the US. It is written so well that there is no need for any other and if you want an inside look at the man known as "Bibi" or you just want to learn more about Israeli politics, pick up this book.

This fast-moving book offers a profound insight into the character of Israel's Prime Minister. As well as exciting accounts of his army service in the prestigious General Staff Reconnaisance Unit the book describes Bibi's less than successful business career.Kfir and Caspit depict Bibi Netanyahu as an opportunistic rabble rouser, who rose to power in the aftermath of the Rabin assassination and the book gives graphic accounts of the atmosphere leading to the assassination and Bibi's part in the incitement. The book describes his relationships with his three wives and supplies a chilling analysis of his latest wife, former air hostess, Sarah Netanyahu, and the power she has over him - with juicy accounts of her tantrams and hysterics both at home and abroad. An excellent read for anyone interested in politics in general, in Israel and in the middle east. But it is also a fascinating biography in its own right.

A fascinating and compelling book, whick brings to light the personality and political motivations of one of Israel's most controversial leaders. As you read about Benjamin "Bibi" Netanyahu's early life you can't help to have some admiration for the man. How he overcame obstacles and possessed a vibrant determination in his youth is inspiring. It also helps explain many mysteries about the Netanyahu and his political views. It also contains many interesting tidbits about Netanyahu's personal life and his three wives, and his tendency to be unfaithful. An all around facsinating and entertaining books whichs finally explains Benjamin Netanyahu, and inspires one at the same time. If you are interested in the middle east,politics, or judaism I strongly recommend this book!

I like pulpy life stories of famous people, so this hit the spot. Netanyahu's military career reads like an action movie. Especially interesting is the look into the machinations of government in Israel and the politics of kingmaking. The chapter on Arthur Finklestein, the political advisor who engineered Netanyahu's victory, is one of the best accounts of campaign strategy I've ever read.

This is a well written book on Binyamin Netanyahu. It provides anyone interested it the Middle East a basic understanding of Mr Netanyahu. Reading this book helped give me a better understanding of where he stands on certain issues.