Hazkani, Shay
Dear Palestine: A Social History of the 1948 War (Stanford Studies in Middle Eastern and Islamic Societies and Cultures)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781503627659
- author:
- Hazkani, Shay
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Stanford University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 centimetres (0.40 kg
- Genre:
- History, Modern, 20th Century,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Dear Palestine: A Social History of the 1948 War This book offers a fresh perspective on the 1948 war in Palestine, exploring the experiences of ordinary people who lived through this pivotal moment in history. Drawing on personal letters and other sources, it reveals the complex and diverse stories of those who fought in the war, challenging the conventional accounts of politicians and generals. By examining the letters and writings of soldiers, as well as propaganda materials and indoctrination materials, the book sheds light on the fissures in the ideological edifices of Middle East nationalisms. It shows how ordinary people's fears, bravery, and failures were often overlooked in historical accounts, and how these everyday experiences can provide valuable insights into the complexities of the conflict. This book provides a nuanced understanding of the 1948 war, one that prioritises the voices and experiences of those who were most affected by the conflict.
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