Children in War: A First-Hand Account of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

Children in War is a story about vulnerable and helpless children at the mercy of bloodthirsty pompous leaders, who perpetually endanger them through bloody conflicts. It is about courage and survival against apparently overwhelming odds, a childhood in the shadow of continual war and severe poverty, and the terrifying threat of war, relentless danger, and fear. It is based on real events and accompanied by original photographs taken at the time of the events described in the book. It is narrated by a boy who lived his childhood and youth under fire but joins a commando unit to take revenge on the enemy who robbed him of a normal and calm childhood. It can inspire people who find themselves in desperate situations to learn how to survive difficulties as long as they have the will, perseverance, and belief that anything is possible.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 05 April 2024
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Children in War is a heart-wrenching tale of vulnerable and defenseless children caught in the crosshairs of ruthless and arrogant leaders, who relentlessly put their lives at risk through bloody conflicts. It is a story of courage and survival against seemingly insurmountable odds, a childhood marred by the shadow of perpetual war and crushing poverty, and the constant threat of violence, danger, and fear. These children, living in constant anxiety, are denied the simple joys of playing freely in their own yards, constantly on guard against the sound of sirens and the threat of shells. Their plight is shared by millions of children worldwide who are trapped in war zones, forced to spend days and nights in shelters instead of enjoying the carefree days of school and play. These innocent children have been subjected to extreme deprivation due to the depletion of state budgets caused by the ongoing war efforts. They bear the scars of severe emotional and psychological trauma, forever etched in their memories by the images and situations they have witnessed. The story presented here is based on real events and is accompanied by authentic photographs taken during the period depicted in the book. It is narrated by a young boy who experienced childhood and adolescence amidst the chaos of war, but who, as he grows up, joins a commando unit to exact revenge on the enemy who robbed him of a peaceful and carefree upbringing. This story serves as a source of inspiration for individuals facing dire circumstances. It demonstrates that, against all odds and in any given situation, one can overcome adversity by possessing the determination, perseverance, and unwavering belief that anything is possible.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781036108489