Pulitzer Prize–winner Hedges collaborates with journalist Al-Arian to investigate the suffering of Iraqi civilians at the hands of American troops. With the help of groups like Iraq Veterans Against the War and Veterans for Peace, the authors don't hold back, providing many detailed accounts of brutal death and destruction inflicted upon Iraqi civilians by U.S. forces. But what makes their work so profound and heartfelt is that most of their information comes from the U.S. military itself. Through their interviews and research, it becomes apparent that this culture of disdain and disregard for Iraqis and their possessions resides at the top and filters down through the ranks with dreadful result, thus prolonging and continuing to fuel the war. Nation Books, 2008. Retail $22.95 (cloth). Availability: Usually ships in 5-7 business days. 9781568583730$15.95 33 Irving Place, New York New York 10003 212-209-5400 http://www.thenation.com Copyright © 2008 The Nation