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  • Leap of Faith

  • Memoirs of an Unexpected Life
  • By: Queen Noor
  • Narrated by: Suzanne Toren
  • Length: 16 hrs and 20 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (14 ratings)

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Leap of Faith

By: Queen Noor
Narrated by: Suzanne Toren
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When Lisa Najeeb Halaby was 26, her father introduced her to King Hussein of Jordan. Within a year, she became his fourth wife. Born in 1951 to a distinguished Arab-American family, Lisa was unsure what her role would be. King Hussein was not only the head of state in Jordan but also considered the spiritual leader of all Muslims. This memoir provides a vital perspective on 30 years of turbulent world history from the Arab point of view: the displacement of over one million Palestinians by the creation of Israel, Hussein's frustrating efforts for peace, and the impact of Saddam Hussein and the Gulf War on Jordan and the royal family. A fascinating and dramatic portrait of a woman who took a great risk in a part of the world where women's roles are narrowly defined.
©2003 Her Majesty Queen Noor (P)2003 BBC Audiobooks America
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"Anyone who loved The King and I will readily warm to the love story of Queen Noor and the late King Hussein of Jordan." ( Publishers Weekly)
"A story of love and family, growth and loss, well told and beautifully read by Suzanne Toren, and remarkably moving." ( AudioFile)

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A Short recent history of the Middle East

Sometimes my mind wanders when I listen to some audiobooks, but I was riveted from start to finish with this book.

It was a history of the conflicts in the Middle East and a personal family history at the same time. The two histories intimately connected through out the story of the ‘Orrible little Monarch’ as he was called by his Sergeant Major at Sandhurst. It is as close to being a part of the family as can be, but I’m very conscious that it is just one view of that family. The plotting and scheming between Prince Hamza and King Abdullah is an example how family intrigues can seep into public life and visa versa.

I spent about six weeks in Jordan two years ago. Most people I met were almost angelic with their hospitality and love for the King. I understand a little bit more why that is the case..

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