-Erez D. Maisel, Brigadier General (IDF Military Reserve)

A fierce battle looms between the Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah and the state of Israel. While past wars have been grueling, the next one promises to be far more painful - for both sides. Drawing upon countless hours of interviews with Israeli officials and top analysts, Clifford Sobin's book draws out the contours of this looming battle in great detail.

- Dr. Jonathan Schanzer, Senior Vice President for Research at the Foundation for Defense of Democracies

A comprehensive yet highly readable account of the Hezbollah threat to Israel's security. Critical reading for all those to whom Israel's security is precious-and who want to do something about it.

- Professor Chuck Freilich, former deputy national security advisor, Israel, and author of Israeli National Security: A New Strategy for an Era of Change.

Written in a conversational style by an expert regarding security issues in northern Israel, readers will explore Hezbollah's origins, its malignant growth, and Israel's response and present readiness to meet Hezbollah's challenge. By the book's end, you will have journeyed from past to present propelled by the author's passion for the region and concern for its future.