{"title":"Efraim Karsh","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the enlightening works of \u003cstrong\u003eEfraim Karsh\u003c\/strong\u003e, a distinguished historian and political analyst renowned for his expertise in Middle Eastern affairs. With a focus on historical accuracy and insightful analysis, Karsh's books offer a compelling look into the complexities of the Middle East, covering pivotal moments and intricate political landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his influential works is \u003cem\u003ePalestine Betrayed\u003c\/em\u003e, where Karsh delves into the intricate history leading up to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. His meticulous research and balanced perspective make this book a must-read for those interested in understanding the historical roots of current events. Through a detailed examination of historical documents and political decisions, Karsh presents a nuanced narrative that challenges commonly held perceptions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKarsh's contributions to the \u003cstrong\u003eHistory \u0026amp; Military\u003c\/strong\u003e category are invaluable, providing readers with a deeper understanding of the geopolitical dynamics and military strategies that have shaped the Middle East. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a student of political science, Efraim Karsh's collection offers a wealth of knowledge and insight.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"palestine-betrayed-by-efraim-karsh-9780300172348","title":"Palestine Betrayed","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA searing account of the UN resolution to partition Palestine, and its bloody aftermath\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 1947 UN resolution to partition Palestine irrevocably changed the political landscape of the Middle East, giving rise to six full-fledged wars between Arabs and Jews, countless armed clashes, blockades, and terrorism, as well as a profound shattering of Palestinian Arab society. Its origins, and that of the wider Arab-Israeli conflict, are deeply rooted in Jewish-Arab confrontation and appropriation in Palestine. However, the isolated occasions of violence during the British Mandate era (1920–48) suggest that the majority of Palestinian Arabs yearned to live and thrive under peaceful coexistence with the evolving Jewish national enterprise. So what was the real cause of the breakdown in relations between the two communities?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this brave and groundbreaking book, Efraim Karsh tells the story from both the Arab and Jewish perspectives. He argues that from the early 1920s onward, a corrupt and extremist leadership worked toward eliminating the Jewish national revival and protecting its own interests. Karsh has mined many of the Western, Soviet, UN, and Israeli documents declassified over the past decade, as well as unfamiliar Arab sources, to reveal what happened behind the scenes on both Palestinian and Jewish sides. It is an arresting story of delicate political and diplomatic manoeuvring by leading figures—Ben Gurion, Hajj Amin Husseini, Abdel Rahman Azzam, King Abdullah, Bevin, and Truman—over the years leading up to partition, through the slide to war and its enduring consequences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePalestine Betrayed\u003c\/em\u003e is vital reading for understanding the origin of disputes that remain crucial today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47000698093804,"sku":"9780300172348","price":35.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23721223482294.jpg?v=1763298456"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/efraim-karsh.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}