Israel: An Introduction (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780300162301)

An accessible and wide-ranging introduction to Israel--its history, people, culture, and more

This comprehensive book provides a well-rounded introduction to Israel--a definitive account of the nation's past, its often controversial present, and much more. Written by a leading historian of the Middle East, Israel is organized around six major themes: land and people, history, society, politics, economics, and culture. The only available volume to offer such a complete account, this book is written for general readers and students who may have little background knowledge of this nation or its rich culture.

Based on research by scholars with extensive firsthand knowledge of Israel, this book offers accessible, clearly explained material, enhanced with a generous selection of images, maps, charts, tables, graphs, and sidebars. This book provides readers with a solid foundation of knowledge about Israel and provides useful reference lists by topic for those inspired to read further.

Author: Barry Rubin
ISBN-10: 0300162308
ISBN-13: 9780300162301
Publisher: Yale University Press
Language: English
Published: 02/21/2012
Pages: 352
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 9.90h x 7.10w x 0.70d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/2012
Publishers Weekly 02/27/2012
Choice 08/01/2012