The book records the suffering of the Iraqi people and the horrific results of the bombings, including the multiple injuries caused by cluster bombs dropped on civilians. Through the words and actions of the Iraqis themselves, the deep sense of outrage Iraqi men and women feel at the invasion and subsequent military occupation of their country becomes clearly evident.

Through a process of careful documentation of the war and the reactions of Iraqi people, the book inadvertently provides better intelligence than that employed by the White House, and accurately predicts the formation of broad based armed resistance movements which are fighting the occupation forces at this time.

The book also touches on the aftermath of the use of depleted uranium, the tragedy of child leukaemia and the appearance of a mystery disease affecting young children in Basra (Basrah). Thirteen years of sanctions have left an indelible mark on the economy, and the health and life of the people.

Through the book, the reader meets many characters, from the brave to the corrupt and cowardly, all real people facing a horrible war and terrifying bombings. One, Human Shield, Faith Fippinger from the United States, stands out as a gentle and courageous woman who steadfastly opposes what her government is doing. Faith is now a political prisoner in the United States.