David L. Phillips - Frontline Syria

Frontline Syria

Frontline Syria

From Revolution to Proxy War

David L. Phillips

I.B. TAURIS

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First published in Great Britain 2021

Copyright David L. Phillips, 2021

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ISBN: HB: 978-0-7556-0256-8

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To Sarah H. Costa, a tireless advocate for Syrias victims and a voice for women and children affected by violent conflict worldwide.

With appreciation to Christine Caldera, Prusha Hasan, and Huseyin Tunc for their research assistance.

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