My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel

Discover the profound insights of 'My Promised Land: The Triumph and Tragedy of Israel', authored by renowned journalist Ari Shavit. This compelling narrative history of Israel offers a unique blend of personal reflections and extensive research, painting a vivid picture of the State of Israel's illustrious yet tumultuous journey. With 464 pages of meticulously curated content, this book delves into pivotal moments in Zionist history, skillfully illuminating the experiences of various Israeli communities from the era of the British Zionists to present-day challenges. Whether you’re seeking to understand Israel’s complex identity or the socio-political dynamics influencing the region, this book is a must-have resource. Shavit's engaging storytelling draws from meticulously researched historical documents, interviews, and personal narratives, offering readers a panoramic view of Israel's past and its implications for the future. Ideal for historians, political science enthusiasts, or anyone passionate about Middle Eastern studies, 'My Promised Land' provides answers to critical questions surrounding the formation and survival of Israel, making it an essential addition to your book collection. Shop now at Smartfox NZ for this brand new trade paperback edition, complete with free shipping. Dive into this landmark work that explores the triumphs and tragedies of Israel, encapsulating the spirit of a nation that continues to shape the global landscape today.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781925106251
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2014
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 464


Description:
An authoritative and deeply personal narrative history of the State of Israel, by one of the most influential journalists writing about the Middle East today.

Not since Thomas Friedman's groundbreakingFrom Beirut to Jerusalemhas a book captured the Middle East as keenly and dynamically asMy Promised Land. In this riveting narrative, Ari Shavit draws on interviews, historical documents, private diaries, and letters, as well as his own family's story, to illuminate the pivotal moments of the Zionist century. In doing so, he also sheds new light on the problems and threats that Israel is currently facing.

Beginning with his great-grandfather - a British Zionist who in 1897 visited the Holy Land on a Thomas Cook tour and understood that it was the way of the future for his people - Shavit recounts and analyses the diverse experiences of Israeli people, past and present- the idealist young farmer who first grew the Jaffa oranges that would create Palestine's booming economy; the immigrant orphans of Europe's Holocaust, who took on menial work and focused on raising their children to become the leaders of the new state; the zealous religious Zionists who started the settler movement in the 1970s; and today's architects of Israel's foreign policy with Iran, whose nuclear threat looms over the tiny country.

As it examines the complexities and contradictions of the Israeli condition,My Promised Landasks difficult but important questions- Why did Israel come to be? How did it come to be? Can Israel survive? Provocative, heartfelt, and powerfully compelling, this is a landmark portrait of a small, vibrant country living on the edge, whose identity and presence play a crucial role in today's global political landscape.


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