Israel, Diaspora, and the Routes of National Belonging

Jasmin Habib's research explores North American Jews' reactions to official narratives and perpetuates an official silence surrounding the destructive aspects of nationalist sentiments. This expanded edition reflects on the changes to scholarship since 2004 and explores the dramatic changes to the region's politics.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 360 pages
\n Publication date: 23 August 2019
\n Publisher: University of Toronto Press
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Over the course of four years, Jasmin Habib embarked on a remarkable journey as a participant observer, taking part in tours of Israel organized specifically for diaspora Jews and attending North American community events that focused on Israel and Israel-diaspora relations. In her groundbreaking work, Habib challenges the prevailing narrative in the literature about North American Jews and their relationship with Israel. She argues that a significant portion of the existing literature overlooks the reactions of these Jews to official narratives and perpetuates an official silence regarding the destructive aspects of nationalist sentiments. This revised and expanded edition of Israel, Diaspora, and The Routes Of National Belonging, a testament to Habib's pioneering research, not only builds upon her earlier findings but also reflects on the significant changes that have occurred in scholarship since the book's initial publication in 2004.

Furthermore, Habib's analysis goes beyond mere observations, delving into the dramatic changes that have unfolded in the region's politics. By doing so, she ensures that the startlingly honest, theoretically rich, and detailed analysis of her original work remains relevant and valuable over a decade later. Through her meticulous research and insightful analysis, Habib offers a fresh perspective on the complex dynamics between Israel, the diaspora, and the evolving concept of national belonging. This book is a must-read for scholars, researchers, and anyone interested in understanding the intricate relationship between these three entities and its profound implications for the future.

\n Weight: 564g\n
Dimension: 153 x 230 x 22 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781487521356\n
Edition number: 2 Revised edition\n