The Gulf - (Dan Lenson Novels) by David Poyer (Paperback)

About the Book

Poyer returns with his second novel featuring idealistic author Dan Lenson in an explosive adventure. Lenson attempts to prevent a conflict between a vengeful ship commander and Iran.

Book Synopsis

Defense policy makers from Britain and the Gulf analyze different aspects of British policy and its repercussions for Gulf security. Seeking to nurture defense and security dialogue, contributors examine both immediate and potential threats to Gulf security and underline the need for the Gulf countries to develop a greater range of consultative mechanisms. This book offers valuable perspectives on some of the more critical issues involved and provides interesting insight on the views held by prominent decision-makers, including Lord Robertson, General Sir Charles Guthrie, HH Sheikh Salman of Bahrain and HH Sheikh Salem of Kuwait.

Review Quotes

"The Gulf is the best naval story since The Hunt for Red October!" --Clive Cussler, author of "Dragon"
"Breathtaking, from the first page to the last...One of the very few military thrillers written by a man who not only knows his subject thoroughly, but who is also a genuinely talented writer." --Ralph Peters, author of" The Devil's Ga"rden
"Poyer's grasp of the machinery of modern naval warfare us unparalleled, and his prose makes it live..a thoroughly enjoyable read!" --J.William Middendorf II, former Secretary of the Navy
"Authentic and engrossing!" -"-Kirkus"
"His mastery of technical and procedural detail does for the modern small-ship fleet what Tom Clancy does for nuclear submarrines and Stephen Coonts for aircrafts carriers." --"Publishers Weekly"