Israel at Sixty: An Oral History of a Nation Reborn by Deborah Hart Strober (Eng

Description: Israel at Sixty by Deborah Hart Strober, Gerald S. Strober Celebrating Israel--past, present, and future "A singular achievement that captures Israels past, present, and future with compelling words and vivid photographs. More than a handsome volume, the Strobers have made an extraordinary contribution to understanding todays Middle East. " -Rabbi A. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Based on extensive interviews, Israel at Sixty presents a balanced, comprehensive account of this complex and amazing land. It re-creates historic events from the actions of Israels founding visionaries through the ravages of six wars with its Arab neighbors to its growing strength and international stature and efforts to make permanent peace with its adversaries. Complete with more than fifty previously unpublished photos, Israel at Sixty is a beautiful keepsake for anyone who loves, respects, and supports the Jewish state. Back Cover Celebrating Israel past, present, and future "A singular achievement that captures Israels past, present, and future with compelling words and vivid photographs....More than a handsome volume, the Strobers have made an extraordinary contribution to understanding todays Middle East." Rabbi A. James Rudin, Senior Interreligious Advisor, American Jewish Committee "Deborah and Gerald Strober have done it once again. Israel at Sixty is a fine oral history about a brilliant and noble moment in Jewish history and human history." Ben J. Wattenberg, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute Based on the authors extensive interviews with Israelis and others throughout the world who have participated in the many events encompassing the Jewish states sixty years of nationhood and who represent a broad spectrum of views, Israel at Sixty offers a balanced, comprehensive understanding of this constantly changing nation. Through the medium of oral history, combined with extensive background and factual data, this exquisite commemorative volume recreates the most important moments of Israels past through the eyes of those who lived it, and looks forward to new challenges that await this vibrant and dynamic nation in the future. Flap What could celebrate Israels sixtieth anniversary more aptly than a stirring history of the nation told by the people who lived it? Based on extensive interviews, Israel at Sixty presents a balanced, comprehensive account of this complex and amazing land. It re-creates historic events from the actions of Israels founding visionaries through the ravages of six wars with its Arab neighbors to its growing strength and international stature and efforts to make permanent peace with its adversaries. This compelling account begins with that overwhelming moment on May 14, 1948, when David Ben-Gurion rose in the Tel Aviv Opera House to read the Proclamation of Independence of the New Jewish State, to be known as Israel. A flashback to the hopeful and bitter first half of the twentieth century reveals little-known examples of the Zionist spirit of sabras, the ingathered exiles, and Diaspora Jews. Dan Pattir tells the story of how his parents met when his father rushed to help defend an embattled village from Arab attack in 1929; Yehuda Avner explains how his Zionism, already strong, reached even higher levels when he helped care for child Holocaust survivors in Manchester, England, just after the war; and Joshua Matza recalls his adventures as a fourteen-year-old member of the underground, fighting the British. Holocaust survivors tell harrowing tales of persecution, heart-wrenching loss, soul-searing displacement, and the eventual exhilaration and triumph of their arrival in Israel. More history comes to life as Israels first citizens fight off Arab attacks, define modern Israeli culture, find ways to absorb hundreds of thousands of Diaspora Jews flocking to their shores, and build a strong, democratic government. From the bustling streets of Tel Aviv to the quiet communal life of the kibbutz, you will watch as the nation grows, struggles, triumphs, celebrates, and moves on to greater struggles. Along the way, you will meet such memorable figures as Menachem Begin, Golda Meir, and Yitzhak Rabin through the eyes of those who knew and worked with them. You will relive the stunning victories of the Six-Day War and the Yom Kippur War; the thrilling hopes generated by the Camp David and Oslo accords; and the grim realities of terrorist attacks, intifada, and the continued refusal of Arab extremists to acknowledge Israels right to exist. Complete with more than fifty previously unpublished photos, Israel at Sixty is a beautiful keepsake for anyone who loves, respects, and supports the Jewish state. Author Biography Deborah Hart Strober and Gerald S. Strober are the authors of Giuliani: Flawed or Flawless? The Oral Biography; His Holiness the Dalai Lama: The Oral Biography; and five other oral histories. They live in New York City. Table of Contents Acknowledgments. Chronology of the State of Israel. The Interviewees. Introduction. The Ancient Land of Israel and the Modern Jewish State. PART ONE: FROM THE RISE OF NAZISM TO POST-WAR EFFORTS TO ESTABLISH THE MODERN JEWISH STATE. Chapter 1: Hitlers Persecution of European Jewry and Finding Safe Havens. Chapter 2: The Zionist Spirit of Sabras, the Ingathered Exiles and Diaspora Jews. Chapter 3: Life and Politics in the Yishuv during the British Mandate. Chapter 4: The Underground and the Battle to Oust the British. PART TWO: PROCLAMATION OF THE JEWISH STATE AND ITS UP-BUILDING. Chapter 5: May 14, 1948: Declarations of Independence and War. Chapter 6: After the Celebration, War. Chapter 7: Ingathering of the Exiles and Creating Political and Social Institutions. Chapter 8: Identification in the Diaspora with the New Jewish State. Chapter 9: Israels Political Leadership, Past and Present. Chapter 10: Wars of Defense, Attrition, and Preemption. Chapter 11: Redeeming Endangered Exiles. PART THREE: SEISMIC CHANGES. Chapter 12: May 1977: a Political and Demographic "Earthquake". Chapter 13: Sadat in Jerusalem and the Camp David Accords. Chapter 14: Fighting Terrorism: Taking Controversial Actions to Ensure the Jewish States Survival. Chapter 15: Oslo and the Resulting "Unthinkable" Handshake. PART FOUR: NEW REALITIES. Chapter 16: The Beginning of Palestinian Self-Rule. Chapter 17: The Death or Incapacity of Potential Peace-Makers. Chapter 18: A Leadership Crisis and New Political Facts on the Ground. PART FIVE: CAN ISRAEL SURVIVE? Chapter 19: Is Peace with Israels Enemies Really Possible? Chapter 20: Challenges to Israel in the First Decade of the Twentieth Century. Chapter 21: Looking to the Future. Index. Review "Accompanied by over fifty previously unpublished photos...this is an extremely moving and educational, story." Daily Echo (Bournemouth) Friday 9 May 2008 Long Description Celebrating Israel past, present, and future "A singular achievement that captures Israels past, present, and future with compelling words and vivid photographs....More than a handsome volume, the Strobers have made an extraordinary contribution to understanding todays Middle East." Rabbi A. James Rudin, Senior Interreligious Advisor, American Jewish Committee "Deborah and Gerald Strober have done it once again. Israel at Sixty is a fine oral history about a brilliant and noble moment in Jewish history and human history." Ben J. Wattenberg, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute Based on the authors extensive interviews with Israelis and others throughout the world who have participated in the many events encompassing the Jewish states sixty years of nationhood and who represent a broad spectrum of views, Israel at Sixty offers a balanced, comprehensive understanding of this constantly changing nation. Through the medium of oral history, combined with extensive background and factual data, this exquisite commemorative volume recreates the most important moments of Israels past through the eyes of those who lived it, and looks forward to new challenges that await this vibrant and dynamic nation in the future. Review Text "A singular achievement that captures Israel’s past, present and future with compelling words and vivid photographs…More than a handsome volume, the Strobers have made an extraordinary contribution to understanding today’s Middle East" Rabbi A. James Rudin, Senior Interreligious Advisor, The American Jewish Committee "Deborah and Gerald Strober have done it once again. Israel at Sixty is a fine oral history about a brilliant and noble moment in Jewish history --- and human history." Ben Wattenberg, Senior Fellow, American Enterprise Institute Review Quote "Accompanied by over fifty previously unpublished photos...this is an extremely moving and educational, story." Daily Echo (Bournemouth) Friday 9 May 2008 Details ISBN0470053143 Author Gerald S. Strober Short Title ISRAEL AT 60 Language English ISBN-10 0470053143 ISBN-13 9780470053140 Media Book Format Hardcover Year 2008 Imprint John Wiley & Sons Ltd Subtitle An Oral History of a Nation Reborn Place of Publication Chichester Country of Publication United Kingdom Residence NY, US Birth 1940 DOI 10.1604/9780470053140 AU Release Date 2008-02-21 NZ Release Date 2008-02-21 UK Release Date 2008-02-21 Pages 312 Publisher Turner Publishing Company Publication Date 2008-02-21 DEWEY 956.9405 Illustrations Illustrations Audience Professional & Vocational We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:159794488;

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