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With all of the heat surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, even the most basic facts can be hard to grasp. How do we make sense of what we read in the Bible—and what we read in the news?
In this Skeptic’s Guide™, Dale Hanson Bourke sheds light on the places, terms, history, and current issues shaping this important region. Offering an even-handed presentation of a range of views on the most controversial issues, she provides a framework for American Christians to use in understanding why the conflict occurred, why it continues—and what remains to be done.
With maps, charts, photos, and quotes, the guide answers such tough questions as:
With all of the heat surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, even the most basic facts can be hard to grasp. How do we make sense of what we read in the Bible—and what we read in the news?
In this Skeptic’s Guide™, Dale Hanson Bourke sheds light on the places, terms, history, and current issues shaping this important region. Offering an even-handed presentation of a range of views on the most controversial issues, she provides a framework for American Christians to use in understanding why the conflict occurred, why it continues—and what remains to be done.
With maps, charts, photos, and quotes, the guide answers such tough questions as:
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June 23, 2013
The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Tough Questions, Direct Answers by Dale Hanson Bourke.
Reviewed by Lesa Engelthaler
From the get-go the series title, “The Skeptic’s Guide” caught my attention. I could make a profession of skepticism…so I thought, “Aha! A kindred spirit.” And yet the more I read Bourke I realized that she was not only skeptical (where my thoughts unfortunately often stymie) but she desperately wanted answers.
Sadly most of my news intake is from my husband circling articles that he thinks I should read in The Dallas Morning News or bits and pieces from the Internet on my lunch break. So I will admit that I have never quite understood what the big deal is with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As I read the book I kept saying over and over again, “I did not know that!” The book is concise, easy to read but not dumbed down, with tons of pictures, maps and bolded quotes. If you have ever wondered, wanted to ask, or been asked and didn’t know the answer about issues in the Middle East --- Bourke addressed it.
Bourke does an incredible job as a journalist of informing her readers but I could tell it was also personal for her---and it drew me in. I felt like she was wrestling right alongside me in an effort to find peace in this emotionally charged debate. I like what Richard Stearns, President, World Vision US said about the book, “By clearly and simply laying out the history and the facts of conflict, Dale Hanson Bourke has done much to further the cause of peace.”
I will be passing on my dog-eared marked up copy to other skeptics so that as Bourke says, “Discussions about this part of the world can be more factual than emotional.”
Reviewed by Lesa Engelthaler
From the get-go the series title, “The Skeptic’s Guide” caught my attention. I could make a profession of skepticism…so I thought, “Aha! A kindred spirit.” And yet the more I read Bourke I realized that she was not only skeptical (where my thoughts unfortunately often stymie) but she desperately wanted answers.
Sadly most of my news intake is from my husband circling articles that he thinks I should read in The Dallas Morning News or bits and pieces from the Internet on my lunch break. So I will admit that I have never quite understood what the big deal is with the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As I read the book I kept saying over and over again, “I did not know that!” The book is concise, easy to read but not dumbed down, with tons of pictures, maps and bolded quotes. If you have ever wondered, wanted to ask, or been asked and didn’t know the answer about issues in the Middle East --- Bourke addressed it.
Bourke does an incredible job as a journalist of informing her readers but I could tell it was also personal for her---and it drew me in. I felt like she was wrestling right alongside me in an effort to find peace in this emotionally charged debate. I like what Richard Stearns, President, World Vision US said about the book, “By clearly and simply laying out the history and the facts of conflict, Dale Hanson Bourke has done much to further the cause of peace.”
I will be passing on my dog-eared marked up copy to other skeptics so that as Bourke says, “Discussions about this part of the world can be more factual than emotional.”
May 12, 2023
Really helped frame my perspective on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. I definitely have more work to do in learning about this issue, but this was a great concise explanation on all possible sides to this sad situation
May 3, 2013
Everyone has a point of view about the conflict in Israel-Palestine. Every word is parsed in minute detail. Even to phrase it as “Israeli-Palestinian conflict” is disputed! There are plenty of opinions but most are not grounded in the facts; because unsurprisingly, the “facts” are also widely debated. In another of the IVP Skeptic’s Guide Series, the author has done a remarkable thing: published a book of facts and historical information that reasonable people on all sides should find useful. (Her two previous books in the series focused on HIV/AIDS and Global Poverty with same careful attention to the facts.) This work is accessible primer for people who simply want to know the correct terms. For instance, “What is meant by a two-state solution?” “Who are Palestinian Christians?” “Why is Jerusalem so important in this current struggle?” To the learned the answers may be obvious but not to many people who need a reliable historical overview that is reliable and not biased. The author has accomplished difficult and important feat simply by providing a working vocabulary to help people understand what is at stake to both parties. It is a simple (accessible) but never simplistic (naïve) guide that is quite valuable for congregations seeking to have good conversation. What even more remarkable is the hope that animates the author’s intention.
March 24, 2013
Quick--and rather helpful--read regarding the conflict in Israel/Palestine.
If you travel to Israel/Palestine, be sure you know the information contained within this book. It can be easily read on a plane flight to Israel.
This book doesn't argue one side or the other but familiarizes the reader with the basic history, parties involved, sources of conflict, etc. Reading this book has provided me a source of information without the invested interest of both sides in the conflict. It has served me as a valuable framework for understanding what I have seen/experienced in Israel/ Palestine. It allows me to better understand the rhetoric of both parties involved in the light of the overwhelming conflict. I feel better prepared to partake in conversation with Israeli and Palestinian alike as a result of reading this book. If you are similarly looking for a concise and readable source of information regarding the conflict, this is a great place to start.
If you travel to Israel/Palestine, be sure you know the information contained within this book. It can be easily read on a plane flight to Israel.
This book doesn't argue one side or the other but familiarizes the reader with the basic history, parties involved, sources of conflict, etc. Reading this book has provided me a source of information without the invested interest of both sides in the conflict. It has served me as a valuable framework for understanding what I have seen/experienced in Israel/ Palestine. It allows me to better understand the rhetoric of both parties involved in the light of the overwhelming conflict. I feel better prepared to partake in conversation with Israeli and Palestinian alike as a result of reading this book. If you are similarly looking for a concise and readable source of information regarding the conflict, this is a great place to start.
December 21, 2013
Several years ago, I led a small discussion group at my church. The members decided by consensus that they wanted to learn more about the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict. We had a very basic study guide that didn't even begin to delve into the context and history of the situation, so I set off to find a good introductory book to read so that I could supplement our guide with some teaching. I ended up reading a middle school textbook about the conflict. It was great - sort of. While it did clearly delineate the basic historical context, by nature of its intended audience it did not address the complex and nuanced questions our adult group had in spades.
I was thrilled to explore this new resource from Dale Hanson Bourke. Perhaps it sounds like a back-handed compliment to say that it reminds me a bit of that middle school textbook, but the fact of the matter is that it is such a complicated issue most of us need a fairly elementary primer to grasp the basics. But while this guide is wonderfully simple, it is also deceptively so. Bourke does address the hardest questions throughout the course of the book. The nuance and clarity is remarkable, and most importantly, so is the tone and perspective of the author. To find an even-handed guide who is willing to acknowledge the profound ambiguity of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict is a gift.
Bourke is also writing from a Christian perspective, and both her questions and answers reflect this. The concluding chapter is a gift to the church, and to the world; she writes, "People of faith need to pray, not for one side or the other but that God would move in unexpected ways to bring peace to the land and the people in a way that is truly holy."
Also: because it matters, I'll add that this is a beautifully-designed book, with very helpful visual sidebars and beautiful photographs.
I will definitely be using this with lay members in my congregation. No more middle school textbooks for me!
[I received a review copy of this book from the publisher, but this review is autonomous, and solely represents my own opinions.]
I was thrilled to explore this new resource from Dale Hanson Bourke. Perhaps it sounds like a back-handed compliment to say that it reminds me a bit of that middle school textbook, but the fact of the matter is that it is such a complicated issue most of us need a fairly elementary primer to grasp the basics. But while this guide is wonderfully simple, it is also deceptively so. Bourke does address the hardest questions throughout the course of the book. The nuance and clarity is remarkable, and most importantly, so is the tone and perspective of the author. To find an even-handed guide who is willing to acknowledge the profound ambiguity of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict is a gift.
Bourke is also writing from a Christian perspective, and both her questions and answers reflect this. The concluding chapter is a gift to the church, and to the world; she writes, "People of faith need to pray, not for one side or the other but that God would move in unexpected ways to bring peace to the land and the people in a way that is truly holy."
Also: because it matters, I'll add that this is a beautifully-designed book, with very helpful visual sidebars and beautiful photographs.
I will definitely be using this with lay members in my congregation. No more middle school textbooks for me!
[I received a review copy of this book from the publisher, but this review is autonomous, and solely represents my own opinions.]
June 16, 2019
I read this years ago before living in the region (I spent nearly 3 years living in Bethlehem and working in East Jerusalem), but I'm reading it again now to see if I want to recommend it to a friend who is looking for an intro to Israel/Palestine issues. This friend of mine is a strong Christian, so I think she will appreciate that this book was written by a Christian, who seemed to have an American Christian audience in mind (though not solely so). That being said, the author does not focus on a religious or Biblical approach to questions about the region, refreshingly so (in my opinion). Rather, I found her approach to be impressively rational, as she took great care to clearly state what different sides believe about various issues.
Considering the crucial role that langauge plays in conversations about Israel and Palestine, I thought she was wise to begin by defining key terms, answering crucial questions such as "What is the West Bank? What is Zionism? and What is anti-Semitism?" I thought she did a good job clarifying the identities of various people groups and debunking some common assumptions: Not all Israelis are Jews, and most Jews are not Israeli. Likewise, not all Arabs are Muslim, and most Muslims are not Arab. Furthermore, there are Arabs who have Israeli citizenship, and Palestinians who are Muslim, Christian, and even Jewish.
Another reason that this is a great book for American Christians is because, compared to other resources I've come across, it spends more time on the religious aspects of the conflict, with a particular focus on the role of Christian Zionism. This isn't to say that this tiny book doesn't also pack a powerful punch when it comes to political, historical, and social topics.
For the most part, I found the information presented to be accurate based on my experiential knowledge. I'm sure some readers will find this book to be biased, but I think it simply states the facts, and allows the audience to choose a side for themselves (as much as possible when such a contentious topic as this is under purview).
Considering the crucial role that langauge plays in conversations about Israel and Palestine, I thought she was wise to begin by defining key terms, answering crucial questions such as "What is the West Bank? What is Zionism? and What is anti-Semitism?" I thought she did a good job clarifying the identities of various people groups and debunking some common assumptions: Not all Israelis are Jews, and most Jews are not Israeli. Likewise, not all Arabs are Muslim, and most Muslims are not Arab. Furthermore, there are Arabs who have Israeli citizenship, and Palestinians who are Muslim, Christian, and even Jewish.
Another reason that this is a great book for American Christians is because, compared to other resources I've come across, it spends more time on the religious aspects of the conflict, with a particular focus on the role of Christian Zionism. This isn't to say that this tiny book doesn't also pack a powerful punch when it comes to political, historical, and social topics.
For the most part, I found the information presented to be accurate based on my experiential knowledge. I'm sure some readers will find this book to be biased, but I think it simply states the facts, and allows the audience to choose a side for themselves (as much as possible when such a contentious topic as this is under purview).
July 22, 2024
I was skeptical (to borrow their word) that this book would not contain some sort of bias or agenda. But I honestly think she did a good job of keeping the tone as neutral as possible and just presenting facts with references. There really are not any polemics in the book. If there are opinions expressed she makes it clear and presents it in the words of a particular speaker.
Books on this subject can be dry and lengthy. This is a concise book and can be read in a few days. It is very good primer on many subjects, like: Zionism, the Israelis, the Palestinians, partition of the land, origins of conflict, other regional actors, the UN and USA's roles, the peace process, settlements, refugees, and other ongoing issues.
It not only gives history but also some sociology. The discussion on Israeli society their demographics, internal divisions, economy and military demonstrated the complicated nature of the country and I found learning about it insightful. Gaza and the West Bank are their own complicated messes for many historical reasons. I like the question and answer format of the book it kept my attention. The questions are pertinent and interesting and highly specific rather than generic.
The book is more than a decade old now, but still gives to give background that is essential to start with. Good baseline that encourages me to go into more depth with other works.
Books on this subject can be dry and lengthy. This is a concise book and can be read in a few days. It is very good primer on many subjects, like: Zionism, the Israelis, the Palestinians, partition of the land, origins of conflict, other regional actors, the UN and USA's roles, the peace process, settlements, refugees, and other ongoing issues.
It not only gives history but also some sociology. The discussion on Israeli society their demographics, internal divisions, economy and military demonstrated the complicated nature of the country and I found learning about it insightful. Gaza and the West Bank are their own complicated messes for many historical reasons. I like the question and answer format of the book it kept my attention. The questions are pertinent and interesting and highly specific rather than generic.
The book is more than a decade old now, but still gives to give background that is essential to start with. Good baseline that encourages me to go into more depth with other works.
February 26, 2019
Excellent Research
I have struggled to understand the issues surrounding the conflicts between Israelis and Palestinians. This book has helped me to learn so much and also helped me to find compassion for those on both sides of the conflict since it comes at the book from at a fair perspective seeking to understand the entire story. I’m grateful for this primer and think it would be a help to many of us who are hoping for a peaceful resolution from the God who makes wars cease to the ends of the earth.
I have struggled to understand the issues surrounding the conflicts between Israelis and Palestinians. This book has helped me to learn so much and also helped me to find compassion for those on both sides of the conflict since it comes at the book from at a fair perspective seeking to understand the entire story. I’m grateful for this primer and think it would be a help to many of us who are hoping for a peaceful resolution from the God who makes wars cease to the ends of the earth.
July 8, 2021
Even though this book is now very dated, it is a good starting point for those trying to get the basics and history of the Israeli/Palestinian conflict. But it is important to find updates to the specifics she discusses, which is simple enough through internet resources. I appreciate the author’s effort to present multiple viewpoints.
December 24, 2017
Very informative
This was a helpful book to learn a lot of information regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine. I did not know a lot before starting this books, but I now at least feel comfortable to be able to have an intelligible conversation about the topic.
This was a helpful book to learn a lot of information regarding the conflict between Israel and Palestine. I did not know a lot before starting this books, but I now at least feel comfortable to be able to have an intelligible conversation about the topic.
January 13, 2023
I was very distracted by the sidebar notes… they did not align with the text (sometimes just off by a page, other times by several pages). Some questions and answers were fabulous: clear and understandable, others confused me more. This may be more an issue of the situation, than the author though.
April 11, 2023
Kensington Church has you read this before a trip to Israel. If you are traveling to Israel this is a must read well worth the time because impact of the conflict is all around. It was worth my time.
April 15, 2024
Really amazing question and answer format that answers most of the basic questions regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict! It takes a very non-biased view, and I’d definitely recommend to anyone who is looking to learn more about the history.
November 17, 2018
Easy to understand. Clearly explained. The author appears to be successful in presenting truth without showing bias.
April 13, 2019
A solid and objective review.
The book delivers on its title. The author poses questions and provides largely succinct fact-based answers, while avoiding conjecture. Recommended.
The book delivers on its title. The author poses questions and provides largely succinct fact-based answers, while avoiding conjecture. Recommended.
March 10, 2020
Dale Hanson Bourke taught me a lot about the conflicts in a part of the world that I hope to visit in 2021.
August 25, 2014
The sixty-six year conflict between the Israelis and the Arab world (counting from the founding of Israel in 1948) seems as intractable as any that lasted for centuries and become known simply by a place name—Northern Ireland, Cyprus or Kashmir for example. Gaza now heads that dire list. There is plenty written about the troubles; indeed the propaganda war is as important as either (a) the struggle for self-determination by the citizens of the Occupied Palestinian Territories or (b) the defense of the Promised Land by the descendants of Abraham.
It seems well-nigh impossible to find what one may call an objective or neutral view of the history, culture and even the geography of the area. Dale Hanson Bourke has made valiant to provide one and has largely succeeded. She takes a straightforward “just the facts, ma’am” approach with brief but well rendered answers to typical questions. The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Tough Questions, Direct Answers is like an extended, specialized version of an entry in the “The World Fact Book” published by the CIA, a source she references a few times and which I feel is as unbiased a source as one will find in English on the nations of the world. This book is an excellent primer for readers who want a basic introduction of the people and places of Israel/Palestine.
The book is aimed at Christians in the United States and is published by InterVarsity Press, a Christian publisher which gives rise to my only real quibble with it. The Holy Land— Calvary, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, etc.—is full of sites vital to Christianity and includes the locations of every minute of the life of Jesus. Christians in in both Palestine and Israel are part of living, vibrant communities of faith with rich spiritual and theological traditions—but there aren’t very many of them and they have little (if any) political or economic power. It is a matter of emphasis—Christians living in the Holy Land now are barely a blip on the radar screen of those in power there. Again this makes sense—a Christian author would include much of interest to her co-religionists who probably make up the majority of her audience but from a secular, unchurched, worldly point of view—mine—it is unnecessary.
InterVarsity did a great job with copy prep and production for this ebook--it is very easy to do a slapdash, mediocre presentation of visual aids. I read the Kindle version and this is about the best rendition of graphic material I have seen in a book on that platform. Sharp pictures, legible flow charts and maps that you can actually read add a lot to its value.
It seems well-nigh impossible to find what one may call an objective or neutral view of the history, culture and even the geography of the area. Dale Hanson Bourke has made valiant to provide one and has largely succeeded. She takes a straightforward “just the facts, ma’am” approach with brief but well rendered answers to typical questions. The Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: Tough Questions, Direct Answers is like an extended, specialized version of an entry in the “The World Fact Book” published by the CIA, a source she references a few times and which I feel is as unbiased a source as one will find in English on the nations of the world. This book is an excellent primer for readers who want a basic introduction of the people and places of Israel/Palestine.
The book is aimed at Christians in the United States and is published by InterVarsity Press, a Christian publisher which gives rise to my only real quibble with it. The Holy Land— Calvary, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, etc.—is full of sites vital to Christianity and includes the locations of every minute of the life of Jesus. Christians in in both Palestine and Israel are part of living, vibrant communities of faith with rich spiritual and theological traditions—but there aren’t very many of them and they have little (if any) political or economic power. It is a matter of emphasis—Christians living in the Holy Land now are barely a blip on the radar screen of those in power there. Again this makes sense—a Christian author would include much of interest to her co-religionists who probably make up the majority of her audience but from a secular, unchurched, worldly point of view—mine—it is unnecessary.
InterVarsity did a great job with copy prep and production for this ebook--it is very easy to do a slapdash, mediocre presentation of visual aids. I read the Kindle version and this is about the best rendition of graphic material I have seen in a book on that platform. Sharp pictures, legible flow charts and maps that you can actually read add a lot to its value.
August 7, 2014
The conflict between Israel and the Palestinians in Gaza has dominated the news in recent weeks. So I decided to pick up this book, which I had received a while back to explore more of the context for this conflict.
Warning: if you have taken a particular "side" in this conflict, this book, and maybe this review, is not for you. If there is any side the author would take, it is with those who seek a peace that is just and lasting for all parties. Rather, the book is designed as a fact book, organized in a question and answer format to help us understand the history of the region, the peoples, life among Israelis and Palestinians, and the nature of the conflict.
The book begins with a chapter titled "Who, What, Where?" answering questions about the geography, territories, and people. It is followed by a chapter titled, "In the Beginning" which traces the history of the land and its peoples back to their common Abrahamic roots. We learn for example that it is only in the last century that Jews and Arabs have been at war. We learn the meaning of terms like shoah, the Nakba, and intifada. The third chapter explores government and politics within Israel including both Israeli and Palestinian governance and how these interact.
Chapters 4 and 5 explore Israeli and Palestinian life respectively including the religious tensions among Jews and the dominance of Orthodox Judaism, minority groups like the Bedouin and the Druze, and the relationships of PLO, Palestinian Authority and Hamas in the West Bank, and Gaza. Chapter 6 discusses other players including other nations surrounding Israel such as Jordan, which has its own ambivalent relationship with the Palestinians. Chapter 7 summarizes the central issues of the conflict which come down to borders and security, Israeli settlements (in the West Bank), Palestinian refugees, and Jerusalem.
I found the book quite helpful in explaining the context of things we hear on our nightly news. It is also richly illustrated with color photographs, timelines, and charts. It also helped me understand why it is so difficult to reach a lasting peace accord, and why it is so vital to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, for Jews, for Christians (many of whom are Palestinian), and Muslims who share this land, and for the U.S., and other parties who provide both aid and peacemaking assistance. This book is part of a series of Skeptics Guides by the same author. The other two volumes in print are Responding to HIV/AIDS and Immigration.
Warning: if you have taken a particular "side" in this conflict, this book, and maybe this review, is not for you. If there is any side the author would take, it is with those who seek a peace that is just and lasting for all parties. Rather, the book is designed as a fact book, organized in a question and answer format to help us understand the history of the region, the peoples, life among Israelis and Palestinians, and the nature of the conflict.
The book begins with a chapter titled "Who, What, Where?" answering questions about the geography, territories, and people. It is followed by a chapter titled, "In the Beginning" which traces the history of the land and its peoples back to their common Abrahamic roots. We learn for example that it is only in the last century that Jews and Arabs have been at war. We learn the meaning of terms like shoah, the Nakba, and intifada. The third chapter explores government and politics within Israel including both Israeli and Palestinian governance and how these interact.
Chapters 4 and 5 explore Israeli and Palestinian life respectively including the religious tensions among Jews and the dominance of Orthodox Judaism, minority groups like the Bedouin and the Druze, and the relationships of PLO, Palestinian Authority and Hamas in the West Bank, and Gaza. Chapter 6 discusses other players including other nations surrounding Israel such as Jordan, which has its own ambivalent relationship with the Palestinians. Chapter 7 summarizes the central issues of the conflict which come down to borders and security, Israeli settlements (in the West Bank), Palestinian refugees, and Jerusalem.
I found the book quite helpful in explaining the context of things we hear on our nightly news. It is also richly illustrated with color photographs, timelines, and charts. It also helped me understand why it is so difficult to reach a lasting peace accord, and why it is so vital to pray for the peace of Jerusalem, for Jews, for Christians (many of whom are Palestinian), and Muslims who share this land, and for the U.S., and other parties who provide both aid and peacemaking assistance. This book is part of a series of Skeptics Guides by the same author. The other two volumes in print are Responding to HIV/AIDS and Immigration.
December 12, 2013
I just returned from Israel on a pastoral educational/familiarization tour. I was exposed to a lot, given a great deal of info and observed a lot. This book had been recommended to me prior to my trip. I opted to wait to read it so that I could experience Israel with fresh eyes. I committed to continuing to learn and started to read it upon my return. This book has been extremely helpful in my continued learning. There are many sides to the issues, and people on every side argue from a particular perspective. After talking with and listening to many people in Israel, I decided that it is not right to advocate for justice for one group and in so doing, do an injustice to another. Dale Hanson Bourke has presented the complex issues of this region in as balanced approach as possible. I highly recommend it.
November 3, 2015
This is a short but informative read for anyone who wants to understand some of the complex issues surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. I really appreciate the author attempting to be as objective as possible without choosing any particular sides and I feel he does that very well. As someone who grew up in a Jewish family, I feel that I certainly haven’t been told the other side of the story and I definitely feel more informed after reading this book. It is written in a way that is very easy to understand and follow. I highly recommend it. I certainly hope to see a peaceful resolution come out of this complex and intense situation in my lifetime.
April 18, 2016
In the interest of trying to maintain the spirit of openness and understanding which the author intended I will say that her work gets a B+ or an A- for the effort in trying to be totally neutral. But, at least a couple of times her bias sneaks in. I will admit it is very difficult for me to read on this subject in an unbiased way. I did come away with a clearer understanding of the details on the ground, and will find her work a handy reference.
May 31, 2016
Thorough, looks like 3 books put together in one. There is a lot to learn about the Israel - Palestine issue.
Nice understanding of the happening in the Middle East. I guess I need to read more literatures on the Israel Palestinian saga.
Nice understanding of the happening in the Middle East. I guess I need to read more literatures on the Israel Palestinian saga.
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July 8, 2014good basic explanation of issues
July 26, 2014
Very informative on the forest of the issues and written rather impartially.
August 14, 2014
A great concise book to help tease apart some of the recent history in this confusing conflict.
February 3, 2015
Helpful overview of the conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. Let this be the beginning of your reading, and open the door to more learning and understanding.
April 12, 2017
Amazingly helpful primer on Israel and Palestine. A must-read before a visit to the region. Great digestible format as well--and quite the conversation starter if reading in a public place!
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