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Palestine
A Four Thousand Year History
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This rich and magisterial work traces Palestine's millennia-old heritage, uncovering cultures and societies of astounding depth and complexity that stretch back to the very beginnings of recorded history.
Starting with the earliest references in Egyptian and Assyrian texts, Nur Masalha explores how Palestine and its Palestinian identity have evolved over thousands of years, from the Bronze Age to the present day. Drawing on a rich body of sources and the latest archaeological evidence, Masalha shows how Palestine’s multicultural past has been distorted and mythologised by Biblical lore and the Israel–Palestinian conflict.
In the process, Masalha reveals that the concept of Palestine, contrary to accepted belief, is not a modern invention or one constructed in opposition to Israel, but rooted firmly in the ancient past. Palestine represents the authoritative account of the country's history.
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Nur Masalha's book is praised for its meticulous research and comprehensive narrative, providing a powerful counter-narrative to traditional histories by highlighting the rich and deep-rooted history of Palestine and its people. Critics commend its detailed scholarship, rigorous explanations, and the way it challenges myths and erasures surrounding Palestinian history. It's considered essential reading for understanding the dispossessed and offers hope by celebrating the enduring Palestinian culture.
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ISBN: 9780755649426
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 25 August 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: I.B. Tauris
Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly
DIMENSIONS
Width: 156.0mm
Height: 234.0mm
Weight: 675g
Pages: 456
About the Author
Professor Nur Masalha is a Palestinian writer, historian and academic. He is currently a member of the Centre for Palestine Studies, SOAS, University of London. He is editor of the Journal of Holy Land and Palestine Studies. His books include: Expulsion of the Palestinians (1992); A Land Without a People (1997); The Politics of Denial (2003); The Bible and Zionism (Zed 2007); The Palestine Nakba (Zed 2012); and An Oral History of the Palestinian Nakba (with Nahla Abdo, Zed 2018).
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