For those of you who have not heard the John Batchelor Show, it is great. They often talk about things going on in the Middle East that is not reported for a week. Here are a link since it is on WABC in NYC. Excellent guests and topics http://wabcradio.com/listenlive.asp
I heard it mentioned last night as well. Sounds like a great book.
I can't remember who John was speaking to, but last week this subject came up and a story relating to Libya/Iraq and nuclear sales. I really like John Batchelors show, and even miss Paul Alexander...his take on the news and stories out there is mature and sophisticated, never a scream fest. Plus a bonus of great filler music.