{"title":"Amir Tibon","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the Amir Tibon collection at our bookstore, where you can delve into the profound world of one of the most insightful voices in contemporary journalism. Amir Tibon is an esteemed Israeli journalist, celebrated for his extensive reportage and in-depth analysis of Middle Eastern affairs. His works offer readers a unique blend of personal narrative and historical context, making them an invaluable resource for anyone interested in this complex region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eThe Gates of Gaza\u003c\/em\u003e, which stands out as an exceptional contribution to the Biography \u0026amp; Memoir genre. This compelling book provides a deeply personal look into the lives affected by the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict, offering a perspective that is both educational and eye-opening. Tibon’s expertise and on-the-ground experience bring authenticity and nuance to his storytelling, making his books not only informative but also deeply engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Amir Tibon's collection to gain a clearer understanding of the intricate dynamics that shape the Middle East today. Whether you're a student of international relations, a history enthusiast, or a casual reader seeking enlightening narratives, Tibon's works are sure to provide you with valuable insights and a greater appreciation of the human stories behind the headlines.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-gates-of-gaza-by-amir-tibon-9781761381287","title":"The Gates of Gaza","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gripping, true story of how leading Israeli journalist Amir Tibon, along with his wife and their two young children, were rescued on 7 October 2023 by Tibon's father - an incredible tale of survival that also reveals the deep tensions and systemic failures that led to Hamas's attacks that day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOn that fateful day, Tibon and his wife were awakened by mortar rounds exploding near their home in Kibbutz Nahal Oz, a progressive Israeli settlement along the Gaza border. Soon, they were holding their two young daughters in the family's reinforced safe room, urging them not to cry while they all listened to the gunfire from Hamas attackers outside their windows. With his mobile phone battery running low, Amir texted his father, 'The girls are behaving really well, but I'm worried they'll lose patience soon and Hamas will hear us.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSome 45 miles north, Amir's parents had just cut short an early-morning swim along the shores of Tel Aviv. Now, they jumped in their Jeep and sped toward Nahal Oz, armed only with a pistol but intent on saving their family at all costs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Gates of Gaza\u003c\/em\u003e, Amir Tibon tells this harrowing story in full for the first time. He describes his family's ordeal - and the bravery that ultimately led to their rescue - alongside the histories of the place they call home and the systems of power that have kept them and their neighbours in Gaza in harm's way for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWoven throughout is Tibon's own expertise as a longtime international correspondent, as well as more than thirty original interviews with residents of his kibbutz, with the Israeli soldiers who helped to wrest it from the hands of Hamas, and with experts on Gaza, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and the failed peace process. More than one family's odyssey, \u003cem\u003eThe Gates of Gaza\u003c\/em\u003e is the intimate story of a tight-knit community and the broader saga of war, occupation, and hostility between two national movements - a conflict that has not yet extinguished the enduring hope for peace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'The Gates of Gaza\u003c\/em\u003e flawlessly weaves history and adventure together so the reader - although we know there was a successful outcome - is still gripped with fear for the Tibon family, trapped for 10 hours in the safe room of their kibbutz home. It is the stuff of nightmares.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Jenni Frazer, Jewish News\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'This is an important book. To say \u003cem\u003eThe Gates of Gaza\u003c\/em\u003e is gripping is an understatement; it reads like a thriller ... My heart was in my mouth ... This personal and very painful book should disabuse anyone of the notion that there are easy answers for the Jewish state.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Jennifer Lipman, The Jewish Chronicle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e'More than an account of horror, Amir Tibon's riveting book is a story of courage. Tibon's extraordinary family and community offer a glimpse into Israel's resilience, and help explain why it may be premature to despair over the hope for peace.'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e- Yossi Klein Halevi, senior fellow, Shalom Hartman Institute, and author of \u003cem\u003eLetters to My Palestinian Neighbor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46344359969004,"sku":"9781761381287","price":41.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3114023482815.jpg?v=1744015625"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/amir-tibon.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}