About the Author

The Kurdish historian Kamal Madher Ahmad received his academic training in Russia, and was until recently Professor of History at Baghdad University. He has published several books on the history of the Kurds and other historical events in the region.

Reviews

'A splendid book, particularly valuable because it uses sources which are not available in English. I congratulate Dr Ahmad on his achievement.' --David McDowell, author of "A Modern History of the Kurds "