Toby Dodge

About the Author

Toby Dodge is a distinguished scholar and author specializing in Middle Eastern politics, with a particular focus on Iraq's tumultuous history and contemporary challenges. As an Associate Professor at the London School of Economics, he has dedicated his career to analyzing the complexities of state-building, authoritarianism, and the legacies of conflict in the region. Dodge's work draws on extensive fieldwork and archival research to illuminate the failures of Western interventions and the enduring impacts of colonialism. His insightful analyses challenge conventional narratives, offering nuanced perspectives on how historical denials and political missteps have shaped modern Iraq. Through his writings, Dodge advocates for a deeper understanding of the socio-political dynamics that continue to influence the Middle East's geopolitical landscape.