Lives Between The Lines

Name: Lives Between The Lines
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SKU: 9781474613217
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A Journey in Search of the Lost Levant

By Michael Vatikiotis

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Lives Between The Lines by Michael Vatikiotis is a captivating exploration of the lives of two individuals, Razak and Marc, set against the backdrop of a turbulent Middle East. Through their personal stories, the book weaves a narrative of identity, conflict, and survival, shedding light on the complexities of a region marked by upheaval and transformation. This memoir offers an intimate glimpse into the intertwining of personal and historical events.
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This book may appeal to you if you are fascinated by personal stories that unravel the complexities of Southeast Asia's history and politics. You might enjoy it if you appreciate memoirs that interweave personal experiences with broader socio-political narratives, offering an insightful look into the lives and struggles of those navigating change in an ever-evolving region.

Lives Between The Lines

An intimate portrait of a critical period of Middle Eastern history (1869-1948), seen through the eyes of a single family

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In Lives Between the Lines, Michael Vatikiotis traces the journey of his Greek and Italian forebears from Tuscany, Crete, Hydra, and Rhodes, as they made their way to Egypt and the coast of Palestine in search of opportunity. In the process, he reveals a period where the Middle East was a place of ethnic and cultural harmony—where Arabs and Jews rubbed shoulders in bazaars and teashops, intermarried, and shared family history.

While lines were eventually drawn and people, including Vatikiotis's family, found themselves caught between clashing faiths, contested identities, and violent conflict, this intimate and sweeping memoir is a paean to tolerance, offering a nuanced understanding of the lost Levant.

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Michael Vatikiotis's Lives Between the Lines is praised for its compelling narrative that blends personal memoir and travelogue with historical insights. Reviewers highlight the book's exploration of the Levantine identity against the backdrop of regional turmoil, with vivid portrayals of familial characters and historical context. It is noted for its examination of religious and cultural tolerance, as well as the intricate history of the Middle East, making it a captivating read for those interested in familial and historical narratives.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781474613217

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 04 August 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 304

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Biography & Memoir History & Military Michael Vatikiotis Middle Eastern History Non-Fiction

About the Author

Michael Vatikiotis is a graduate of the School of Oriental and African Studies in London and gained his doctorate from the University of Oxford. He is a member of the Asia Society's International Council and has a decade of experience working as a private diplomat and conflict mediator for the Geneva-based Centre for Humanitarian Dialogue. Prior to that he worked as a journalist in Asia for thirty years, living in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Hong Kong. He is the author of two previous books on the politics of Southeast Asia and is based in Singapore.