Who Killed Daniel Pearl by Bernard-Henri Levy (Very good, 2003, HC, 454 pages, Melville House)

Used in very good condition: dust jacket has light wear; tight binding; clean pages. ISBN 0971865949

Who Killed Daniel Pearl? by Bernard-Henri Lévy is a gripping exploration of the tragic fate of Daniel Pearl, a journalist for the Wall Street Journal. 

1. Daniel Pearl's Murder: The book delves into the on-camera murder of Daniel Pearl, which was a horrifying tragedy. However, it goes beyond the surface to uncover a darker narrative. What if Pearl's killers were not merely fanatic followers of Osama bin Laden? What if his murder was not solely because he was Jewish and American? The book raises thought-provoking questions about the motivations behind his killing.

2. Hidden Connections: Lévy investigates the possibility that there were hidden connections between*al-Qaida and the Pakistani government. These connections may have included the potential trading of nuclear secrets. The book suggests that Pearl's murder was not a straightforward act of terrorism but had deeper, more complex roots.

3. Omar Sheikh: The book sheds light on Ahmad Omar Saeed Sheikh, also known as Omar Sheikh. He was sentenced by a Pakistani court for masterminding Pearl's kidnapping. Additionally, three co-conspirators are currently in prison.

4. Islamic Underworld: Lévy retraces Pearl's final steps through a murky Islamic underworld, suffused by "an odor of the apocalypse." His investigative journey takes readers into a realm where political factions, secret services, and extremist groups intersect.

In summary, Bernard-Henri Lévy weaves together investigative journalism and a novelist's perspective to unravel the layers of intrigue surrounding Daniel Pearl's tragic demise. The book invites readers to question the official narrative and explore the shadows cast by geopolitical forces and hidden agendas.