From 1998 until the chaotic aftermath of the American-led invasion, news reporter Richard Downes has witnessed first hand the incredible changes that have engulfed Iraq. In Search of Iraq goes beyond the daily distilled news reports seen by the Western World. The humdrum events of ordinary life and the whispered conversations in back alleys are as interesting as the grand political statements. Its unflinching focus on the customs, religion, culture and historical diversity of all the communities involved reveals the true horror and impact of war, as well as the friendships that can blossom in a country torn to shreds. What emerges is a stunning memorial to a disintegrating nation.