Arabs and Israelis: Conflict and Peacemaking in the Middle East

The Arab-Israeli conflict is a complex issue with different narratives about history,national identities,land ownership,injustices,and victimhood. This textbook offers a balanced and nuanced introduction to the conflict,with an overview of key developments,attempts at resolution,and the perspectives of the important parties. It places the events of the conflict within a regional and international context,providing valuable insight into the opposing narratives. The second edition includes up-to-date coverage of recent events and a rich companion website with interactive resources.

Format: Hardback
Length: 504 pages
Publication date: 18 August 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

Spanning more than a century, the Arab-Israeli conflict is a complex and multifaceted dispute that encompasses a wide range of historical, national, territorial, and socio-political dimensions. It is characterized by divergent narratives about the past, differing notions of identity, disputes over land ownership, allegations of injustice, and claims of victimhood on both sides. The persistence of this conflict is attributed to a combination of domestic factors, regional dynamics, and international influences.

In this innovative textbook, a distinguished team of authors, consisting of an Israeli, a Palestinian, and an Egyptian, presents a broader Arab perspective on the Arab-Israeli conflict. The book offers a balanced and nuanced introduction to a highly contentious subject, providing an overview of key developments in the history of the conflict. It explores attempts at resolution, while also portraying the perspectives of the important parties involved. By placing the events of the conflict within a regional and international context, the book offers invaluable insight into the opposing narratives that underpin the conflict.

The second edition of Arabs and Israelis, which is eagerly awaited by students and scholars alike, includes several notable updates and enhancements. These include:

Up-to-date coverage of key developments since the Arab Awakening, including the shifting pattern in relations from Obama to Trump, the Abraham Accords, the fall of Netanyahu, and the resurgence of the war in early 2021.

Brand new "Key Developments," "Key Documents," and "Key Figures" feature boxes that help students focus on landmark events, policies, and actors throughout history.

Detailed full-color maps, timelines, and photos that visually complement the text and enhance understanding of the conflict's historical context.

A rich companion website featuring interactive timelines, maps, discussion questions, chapter summaries, and additional resources to support classroom learning.

A comprehensive and engaging account of the Arab-Israeli conflict, this textbook is an ideal companion for students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels pursuing degrees in History, Politics, and Middle Eastern Studies. It provides a thorough exploration of the conflict's historical roots, political dynamics, and social consequences, offering a nuanced and balanced perspective that challenges prevailing narratives.

The Arab-Israeli conflict continues to be a source of tension and instability in the Middle East, with its long-lasting impacts shaping the region's political landscape and international relations. By presenting a broader Arab perspective on this complex issue, Arabs and Israelis seeks to contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the conflict and its potential for resolution.

Weight: 1280g
Dimension: 349 x 264 x 38 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781350321397
Edition number: 2 ed