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Imperial Life in the Emerald City by Rajiv Chandrasekaran details the insular world within Baghdad's Green Zone during the US occupation of Iraq, contrasting it with the harsh realities faced by Iraqis outside its walls. Focusing on the Coalition Provisional Authority's missteps, Chandrasekaran examines the challenges and inefficiencies in rebuilding post-war Iraq, highlighting the disconnect between American operations and Iraqi needs. Topics include war, violence, and systemic neglect.