Morris, Benny
1948: A History of the First Arab-Israeli War
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300151121
- author:
- Morris, Benny
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2009
- Pages:
- 544
- Dimensions:
- 157 mm X 235 mm
- Genre:
- History Textbook
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Benny Morris presents a groundbreaking history of the 1948 Arab-Israeli war, challenging common misconceptions and shedding new light on the conflict. This comprehensive account explores the military and political dimensions of the war, examining the motives and aims of the protagonists and the role of the Great Powers in shaping the conflict. Morris delves into the war's complex dynamics, highlighting the military impetus behind the creation of the refugee problem and the long-lasting impact of the war on the Arab world. By analyzing newly opened archives and intelligence materials, Morris provides a nuanced understanding of the war's causes and consequences, offering a fresh perspective on this pivotal moment in modern history. Through a detailed examination of the war's high politics and general staff decision-making processes, Morris sheds light on the complex web of factors that led to the war's termination in 1949. This thought-provoking history is a valuable contribution to our understanding of the Arab-Israeli conflict and its enduring legacy.