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The Israel-Palestine Conflict

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The Israel-Palestine Conflict by Neil Caplan explores the historical roots and development of the ongoing struggle between Israelis and Palestinians. The book provides a balanced analysis, delving into key events, figures, and decisions that have shaped the complex political and social landscape of the Middle East. Caplan offers insights into the motivations and perspectives of both sides, making it an essential read for anyone seeking to understand this persistent and multifaceted conflict.
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One of the "10 Must-Read Histories of the Palestine-Israel Conflict" β€” Ian Black, Literary Hub, on the 100th anniversary of the Balfour Declaration.

The new edition of the acclaimed text that explores the issues continuing to define the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Numerous instances of competing, sometimes incompatible narratives of controversial events are found throughout history. Perhaps the starkest example of such contradictory representations is the decades-long conflict between Israel and Palestine. For over 140 years, Israelis, Palestinians, and scores of peacemakers have failed to establish a sustainable, mutually-acceptable solution. The Israel-Palestine Conflict introduces the historical basis of the dispute and explores both the tangible issues and intangible factors that have blocked a peaceful resolution. Author Neil Caplan helps readers understand the complexities and contradictions of the conflict and why the histories of Palestine and Israel are so fiercely contested.

Now in its second edition, this book has been thoroughly updated to reflect the events that have transpired since its original publication. Fresh insights consider the impact of current global and regional instability and violence on the prospects of peace and reconciliation. New discussions address recent debates over two-state versus one-state solutions, growing polarization in public discourse outside of the Middle East, the role of public intellectuals, and the growing trend of merging scholarship with advocacy. Part of the Wiley-Blackwell Contested Histories series, this clear and accessible volume:

  • Offers a balanced, non-polemic approach to current academic discussions and political debates on the Israel-Palestine conflict.
  • Highlights eleven core arguments viewed by the author as unwinnable.
  • Encourages readers to go beyond simply assigning blame in the conflict.
  • Explores the major historiographical debates arising from the dispute.
  • Includes updated references and additional maps.

Already a standard text for courses on the history and politics of the Middle East, The Israel-Palestine Conflict is an indispensable resource for students, scholars, and interested general readers.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9781119523871

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 October 2019

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Wiley-Blackwell

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Tertiary education

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 612g

Pages: 384

About the Author

A native of Montreal, Neil Caplan received his Ph.D. from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Since retiring from teaching in 2008 he has held an affiliate position in the History Department of Concordia University and is Scholar-in-Residence at Vanier College, both in Montreal. He is the author of numerous scholarly articles and eight books, including Futile Diplomacy, a 4-volume documentary history of Zionist-Arab and Arab-Israeli negotiations, 1913-1956 and (with Laura Z. Eisenberg) Negotiating Arab-Israeli Peace: Patterns, Problems, Possibilities. His most recent publication is My Struggle for Peace: The Diary of Moshe Sharett, 1953-1956, co-edited with Yaakov Sharett.

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