I thought the book covered in excellent detail the events that led to the Islamic takeover in Iran, without making a personal attack on Carter or his administration. He lays out the historical facts and political background of the time period very well. I like a book that does not try to take you to a place, but allows you to get there by yourself.

The book lays out the dedication to a policy and theory within the Carter administration that ignored the reality of the political and theological culture in Iran. Carter, like many liberals, set a policy that made him feel good about himself and his administration. It has cost many US lives over the decades since. Pilevsky says what few others are saying, but many have thought it. This "Terrorist Thing" starts with Carter.

Loved it. Used it as a good source for my Diplomacy Class 2nd and 3rd major essays. This book is a must read!

Jimmy Carter was arguably the worst President in American history and not only that, he was also responsible for giving Islamism a place to call home in Iran. But Carter didn't stop there, he also has supported anti-semitism and neo-nazism in many places and today allies himself with the likes of Iran's president Ahmadinjed in his book Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid. Jimmy Carter helped cause the Iranian revolution and also worked to help the Ayatollahs take power and then sacrificed American lives after the fact, for absolutely no reason. Unfortunatly this book exposes the truth about Carter and Islamism and his responsibility for 9/11.

Seth J. Frantzman

Great Read !! Was Carter a noble humanitarian? The author has presented with precision, a different perspective; In dealing with Iran, Carter's views were at best naive, or perhaps worse, a deliberate detachment for self aggrandizement. A must read for any one doubting the threat of militant Islam or Carter's ill conceived appeasement to its incubation.

Simply put: the best book I've ever read! Pilevsky brings back the Carter years in full technicolor - the blinders and gloves are off. His writing is smooth, strong and punchy. If this book came out before 2002, Carter might not have won the Nobel Peace price. It's actually that powerful and relevant.

I can't wait for Philip Pilevsky's next book!!

Unmistakenly, among the most unfortunate series of events which has taken place in the modern era. The book exposes the chilling truth behind the Carter administration's misguided foreign policies which have set the stage for present day terrorism in the world as we now know it. Riveting!

This book is long overdue as Jimmy Carter has already wreaked havoc. Now the whole world can learn the truth and know where to place the blame for the terrorism plaguing our society. This book is very well-written and interesting to read. I highly recommend it for all truth seekers, both liberal and conservative.

Mr. Carter has been touted for his many good works. The results of his numerous disasterous policies both foreign and domestic are, however, in stark counterpoint his charities. One may be tempted to speculate on whether the man is sinister or just stupid. To those millions whose lives had been unalterably destroyed at his hands it makes no difference.