In this compelling memoir, Bassam Abu Sharif, a former senior advisor to Yasser Arafat, provides a raw, first-hand account of the Lebanese Civil War and the Palestinian struggle from within Beirut. The book captures the city's stark duality: a vibrant cultural paradise and a brutal warzone. Sharif details the intricate political landscape, the Israeli invasion, and the personal sacrifices that defined an era, offering a unique insider's perspective on a city caught between heaven and hell during a pivotal moment in Middle Eastern history.