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A History of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict (Indiana Series in Arab and Islamic Studies)
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by Mark A. Tessler
Sales Rank: 138600
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Features
Cover Type: Paperback with 906 pages
Published by: Indiana University Press June 1994
Written in: English
ISBN 10 Number: 0253208734
ISBN 13 Number: 978-0253208736
Book Dimensions:
9.2 x 6 x 1.6 inches
Weighs: 2.8 pounds
From Publishers Weekly
"Objectivity without detachment" is the author's self-proclaimed goal, and his detailed account of this intractable 20th-century conflict is certainly more even-handed than many. Part of the Indiana Series in Arab and Islamic Studies, Tessler's work provides a useful review of the numerous failed diplomatic solutions over the years concluding on a cautiously optimistic note with the September 1993 handshake between Rabin and Arafat. It is a fallacy, however, to believe that the "truth" of any contested issue must always reside dead center between the two sides--and this work is unlikely to sway any reader who already holds a considered opinion. Tessler (coauthor of Israel, Egypt, the Palestinians ) is closest to achieving his goal when he devotes two long opening chapters to sympathetic histories of the Jews and the Arabs, respectively. Yet even here the symmetry is flawed, and he must engage in a song and dance to explain why he gives the history of the Arab world rather than the Palestinians specifically if, as he asserts, "the Palestinians are descendants of two ancient peioples, the Canaanites and the Philistines." A technique the author frequently employs is to set forth the arguments--including audacious propaganda--before stepping in to evaluate them critically or, more often, to equivocate. In this regard, he cites a touching anecdote recounted by Arafat, only pointing to its spurious character in a footnote. Although similar lapses throughout partially erode the credibility of the author's objective stance, one has to admire his herculean effort, and current events ensure that this is a timely history.
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Library Journal
Tessler, a political scientist, provides a thorough historical and political analysis of the current Arab-Israeli conflict. Going back to ancient times, he juxtaposes the history of the ancient Hebrews with that of the Arabs, bringing their respective developments up through time to the present. With a great deal of clarity, the author describes the origins of modern political Zionism and Arab nationalism, their emergence and evolution through the period of the British mandate, and the establishment of the State of Israel with the commensurate Arab opposition efforts. Tessler's analysis is made current by a discussion of the intifadah. His method of presenting complementary histories of the two peoples leads to the author's thesis that a solution to the conflict can come only with mutual recognition of the respective histories of the Israelis and Palestinians and the establishment of two states. This is the best book on the subject at present. Highly recommended.
Sanford R. Silverburg, Catawba Coll., Salisbury, N.C
Copyright 1994 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Reader Reviews
Mark Tessler's detailed and meticulously researched account of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is truly a landmark book. There have been other attempts to create a fair history of the conflict between the two peoples, but none hits the mark like this one. Beginning with the premise that it is not a fight between good and evil but between two groups of people with their own inalienable rights to a homeland, Tessler argues neither stole the land from the other, and neither has the sole right to the land. Tessler then delves into the history of the two peoples ranging back to the ancient, and emphasizing the rise of Nationalism in both groups. The Narrative runs through the development of Palestine to the many wars fought over the land, and brings us up to the current peace process. In every section Tessler is careful to highlight the arguments made by both sides in a detailed manner. But he does not stop there: He also tries to adjuticate between the two, generally showing the truth to be in the middle. This book is the best starting point for those unfamiliar with the subject, as well as those who know it great detail, due to its fairness and depth. The only drawback is that the conlict with the Arab States receives secondary treatment. This is because Tessler goes into such detail that it would not really make for a readable volume. As it stands, however, it is both readable and sophisticated. A real triumph, it is the best account available by far!
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