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# Contextualizes complex geopolitical conflict Concise yet comprehensive historical analysis Balanced and accessible perspective The Palestinian-Israeli Conflict: A Very Short Introduction

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> ⚡ Unlock the story behind the headlines — your essential guide to a complex conflict.

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## Key Features

- • **Highly Rated:** 4.4/5 stars from 863 readers, proving its credibility and appeal.
- • **Concise Depth:** A 'Very Short Introduction' that delivers thorough insights without overwhelming detail.
- • **Instant Access:** Available in Kindle edition with zoomable graphics for enhanced reading experience.
- • **Balanced Narrative:** Fair and accessible account ideal for both newcomers and specialists seeking clarity.
- • **Rich Contextualization:** Explores historical, political, and social layers behind the Palestinian-Israeli conflict.

## Overview

The Palestinian-Israeli Conflict: A Very Short Introduction by Martin Bunton offers a balanced, accessible, and well-researched overview of one of the most enduring geopolitical conflicts. With a 4.4-star rating from over 860 readers, this book breaks down historical causes, key events, and social dynamics in a concise format, making it perfect for professionals and students seeking a clear, credible foundation on the topic.

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Review: A fine and not that short history lesson of a troubled area - What was behind the Arab - Israel conflict? I had a vague idea about Zionism and that Israel is a few months older than I am but was otherwise ignorant. Reading a biography of Einstein, Zionism came up again - as a Jew and a very public figure in the first half of the 20th century how could it not? So I decided to find out more and bought this Kindle edition. Martin Bunton has, in my opinion, provided a thorough and well written guide to the historical causes behind the conflict. The post first world war dividing up of the Ottoman empire, the British wish to protect the security of its trade routes. The disregard for native Arabs who formed 90% of the population with Jews making up the remaining 10% living on what was effectively and unnamed land provide some of the ingredients. The whole population never having experienced self determination being passed from one empire to another. The buying up of the most fertile land by Jews, usually from rich absentee Arab, dare we say Islamic, landowners providing the embryo of the state of Israel are described without criticism. I could go on but recommend you read the book. If you are put off by the title which suggests brevity don't be. The book is not as short as the title suggests. One, perhaps at least one, reviewer complained about the small size of the graphics in the Kindle edition. On Android tablets, and I think on Kindle devices but my battery is flat and I can't check this until later. These can be viewed full screen by holding the finger on the image until the menu appears and selecting the magnify symbol.
Review: A decent balanced account - As a so-called specialist on the topic I read this with a degree of hesitation as I wanted something balanced and accurate for my under graduate and post graduate students. This is the best 'introduction' I have found. It is succinct, accessible and balanced. All you could ask. It is very good and for any one who wants a fair idea (it can do no more than that) this is as good a starting point as any.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | 0199603936 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 68,901 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 3,266 in History (Books) 8,861 in Society, Politics & Philosophy |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (866) |
| Dimensions  | 17.4 x 0.81 x 11.63 cm |
| Edition  | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10  | 9780199603930 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0199603930 |
| Item weight  | 1.05 kg |
| Language  | English |
| Part of series  | Very Short Introductions |
| Print length  | 160 pages |
| Publication date  | 29 Aug. 2013 |
| Publisher  | OUP Oxford |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A fine and not that short history lesson of a troubled area
*by J***E on 17 October 2014*

What was behind the Arab - Israel conflict? I had a vague idea about Zionism and that Israel is a few months older than I am but was otherwise ignorant. Reading a biography of Einstein, Zionism came up again - as a Jew and a very public figure in the first half of the 20th century how could it not? So I decided to find out more and bought this Kindle edition. Martin Bunton has, in my opinion, provided a thorough and well written guide to the historical causes behind the conflict. The post first world war dividing up of the Ottoman empire, the British wish to protect the security of its trade routes. The disregard for native Arabs who formed 90% of the population with Jews making up the remaining 10% living on what was effectively and unnamed land provide some of the ingredients. The whole population never having experienced self determination being passed from one empire to another. The buying up of the most fertile land by Jews, usually from rich absentee Arab, dare we say Islamic, landowners providing the embryo of the state of Israel are described without criticism. I could go on but recommend you read the book. If you are put off by the title which suggests brevity don't be. The book is not as short as the title suggests. One, perhaps at least one, reviewer complained about the small size of the graphics in the Kindle edition. On Android tablets, and I think on Kindle devices but my battery is flat and I can't check this until later. These can be viewed full screen by holding the finger on the image until the menu appears and selecting the magnify symbol.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A decent balanced account
*by U***Q on 14 November 2013*

As a so-called specialist on the topic I read this with a degree of hesitation as I wanted something balanced and accurate for my under graduate and post graduate students. This is the best 'introduction' I have found. It is succinct, accessible and balanced. All you could ask. It is very good and for any one who wants a fair idea (it can do no more than that) this is as good a starting point as any.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A real help in getting to knows the basic history of the Israel / Palestine conflict
*by R***T on 2 January 2024*

The book covers the the history from 1897 to when the book was published in 2013. Each chapter covers a decade of the conflict so it's easy to read short portions at a time. There are good, relevant maps covering different periods of the conflict. All in all its a very readable and informative book.

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