Thirteen Days in September

This book details the gripping 13-day Camp David conference where President Jimmy Carter convinced the leaders of Israel and Egypt to sign the first peace treaty in the modern Middle East. Lawrence Wright provides insight into the forces at play in the region and illuminates the issues that have made the problems of the region so intractable. The book also explores the significant role played by Rosalynn Carter and the prominent figures who played a role. This riveting work of history and reportage provides an inside look at how peace is made.