Description
About the Author
Elliott Colla divides his time between Washington DC and the Middle East. This is his first novel. He teaches Arabic literature at Georgetown University. He has translated much contemporary Arabic literature, including: Ibrahim Aslan's novel, The Heron, Idris Ali's Poor, Ibrahim al-Koni's Gold Dust, and Rabai al-Madhoun's The Lady from Tel Aviv, winner of English PEN award.He is also co-editor of the e-zine, Jadaliyya.
Reviews
"Just when you think that nothing in the overcrowded crime field can surprise you any more, along comes a writer like Elliott Colla who takes the genre by the throat and shakes it vigorously. Baghdad Central is a rich and allusive piece of writing, informed by the writer's experience in both the Middle East and Washington. Its authenticity is matched by a masterly command of the mechanics of suspense." Barry Forshaw, Crime Time "This is an intense and well-written novel. The chaos and cacophony of the American occupation are captured vividly." Sinan Antoon
Awards
Commended for IndieFab awards (Thriller/Suspense) 2014.
Book Information
ISBN 9781908524256
Author Elliott Colla
Format Paperback
Page Count 336
Imprint Bitter Lemon Press
Publisher Bitter Lemon Press
Weight(grams) 150g