Israel

A Concise History of a Nation Reborn

Daniel Gordis

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English

HarperCollins
05 February 2018

History; Middle Eastern history; 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000; Social & cultural history; Jewish studies

Israel is a tiny state, and yet since its creation, it has captured the world’s attention, earned its admiration, and often, been the object of its opprobrium. Why is so much of the international community focused on a small country like Israel Why are Israelis so deeply divided on so many key issues Why does Israel make the decisions it does And what lies in its future

We cannot answer these questions until we understand Israel’s people-their hopes and disappointments, their accomplishments and missteps, and the enduring questions that animate their conversations and guide their actions. Weaving together historical documents, letters, and interviews, as well as Gordis’s own intimate knowledge of the country and its people, Israel tells the story of the idea of Israel-when idea of a Jewish state originated, how the dream was transformed into reality and how Israel’s history has unfolded-and why. Israel probes the soul of both a people and a country that have long triumphed over adversity, but which still face grave-some say insurmountable-challenges.

As he guides us through the milestones of Israeli history, Gordis also recounts many of the stories that are central to how Israelis understand themselves and their country. He introduces the passionate and formidable personalities that pioneered the country and shaped its pivotal moments. Gordis illustrates how Israel became a cultural, economic and military powerhouse-but he also explains where Israel made grave mistakes, and traces the long history of Israel’s international isolation. Clear-eyed and authoritative, Gordis illustrates that beyond all else, Israel’s prime purpose-and its major accomplishment-have been the modern rebirth of the Jewish people.

With Israel, Gordis offers us a brief but thorough history of this complex nation, from its beginnings to the present. Accessible, level-headed, and rigorous, Israel sheds light on Israel’s past so we can understand its present and future. The result is a vivid portrait of a people, and a nation, reborn.

By: Daniel Gordis
Imprint: HarperCollins
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 203mm, Width: 134mm, Spine: 26mm
Weight: 432g
ISBN: 9780062368751
ISBN 10: 0062368753
Pages: 560
Publication Date: 05 February 2018
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Reviews for Israel: A Concise History of a Nation Reborn

-Gordis weaves anecdote with historic judgment, and effectively uses both literary sources and introductions to Israel's formative personalities to reflect on Israel's history, its politics and especially, its soul. Israel is vibrant, articulate, and replete with wisdom.---Ilan Troen, President of the Association for Israel Studies