Israel: Land Of Tradition And Conflict, Second Edition / Edition 2

by Bernard Reich, Gershon R. Kieval

Overview

The modern State of Israel is a product of centuries of Jewish history that affect all aspects of Israel's society and culture, its politics, and its policies. Professors Reich and Kieval introduce us to a nation seeking to maintain and enhance its traditions while struggling to deal with present domestic and foreign challenges. They examine the land and people of Israel and the division between Jews of Oriental and Ashkenazi backgrounds as well as the division between Jewish and Arab citizens, before turning to the economic concerns facing a country virtually devoid of natural resources. Their discussion of Israel's history provides the background for a detailed consideration of the dynamics of its political system.This new edition offers a comprehensive analysis of the implications of the 1988 and 1992 elections, the far-reaching impacts of the immigration of Jews from the former Soviet Union, and the evolution of Israel's special relationship with the Reagan and Bush administrations. Reich and Kieval also offer a thoughtful discussion of the continuing Arab-Israeli conflict, focusing on the rise of the intifada and the current peace negotiations.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780813382234
Publisher:	Westview Press
Publication date:	08/18/1993
Series:	Profiles - Nations of Contemporary Middle Series
Edition description:	REV
Pages:	252
Product dimensions:	6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x (d)
Lexile:	1490L (what's this?)

About the Author

Reich, Bernard | Kieval, Gershon R.

Table of Contents

Introduction — The Land and Its People — History — The Economy — Politics — The Quest for Peace and Security — Israel and the United States — Chronology of Major Events — Suggested Reading

What People are Saying About This

Marver H. Bernstein

In a first-class way, this book fills an important gap in the literature about Israel....An excellent and highly readable introduction.