"On 6 October 1973, the Yom Kippur war broke out between a coalition of Arab states and Israel. At 6 A.M. that morning, Kissinger, asleep in the Waldorf, was taken by surprise by the Arab attack - as were the CIA and the rest of the world."
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Alistair Horne (1925-2017) was a distinguished British historian and author renowned for his insightful narratives on 20th-century conflicts, particularly the Algerian War and the Vietnam War. His acclaimed works, including "A Savage War of Peace" and "The Price of War," reflect not only his deep understanding of military history but also his ability to weave personal stories into broader historical contexts. Horne's legacy endures through his scholarship, which continues to enlighten readers about the complexities and human experiences behind warfare.
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"A supreme pragmatist, Kissinger was never interested in the art of the impossible - and nor, as a biographer, am I. That is why, having initially been invited to write his entire official biography, I eventually decided to devote myself to writing just one year in his life: 1973."
Alistair Horne