ScottBaumann, Michael

The Shortest History of Israel and Palestine: From Zionism to Intifadas and the Struggle for Peace (Shortest History)

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ISBN 13:: 9781615199501
author:: ScottBaumann, Michael
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Experiment
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2022
Pages:: 288
Dimensions:: 19.4 x 13 x 2.4 centimetres (0.2
Genre:: History, Military History, General,
Condition:: New
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The Shortest History of Israel and Palestine From Zionism to Intifadas and the Struggle for Peace by Michael Scott-Baumann This concise history of the Israel-Palestine conflict provides a clear and accessible account of its complex causes and development from civil war to the present day. By presenting personal testimonies and competing interpretations from both sides, Scott-Baumann examines the key flashpoints of the twentieth century, including the early role of the British and the circumstances surrounding the establishment of the state of Israel in 1948. The book charts the dramatic impact of the Six-Day War of 1967 and the nature of Israeli control of the Palestinian territories, and explores the reasons behind the failure of efforts to restore peace. Scott-Baumann concludes that peace will be contingent on both sides having a right to self-determination, making this an indispensable historical account for anyone seeking to understand the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. With a unique approach that balances politics and personal testimony, this book offers a nuanced and thought-provoking exploration of a century-old struggle that continues to shape the world today.

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