Author(s): Tariq Ali and David Barsamian

Current Affairs

Tariq Ali has gained a reputation as one of the English-speaking world's most forceful political thinkers and Speaking of Empire and Resistance captures him at his provocative and topical best. A prolific and eloquent writer, Ali is also a captivating conversationalist. This series of interviews brings his insights into a wide range of topics which are currently dominating headlines around the world - among them the fate of modern-day Pakistan; the occupation of Afghanistan and Iraq; the intractable Israeli-Palestinian conflict; the state of the Islamic world; and the continuing significance of imperialism in the twenty-first century. His most recent books, The Clash of Fundamentalisms and Bush in Babylon have been international bestsellers, praised by readers and commentators around the world. Speaking of Empire and Resistance reinforces Tariq Ali's reputation as one of the most perceptive and engaging figures in international politics.