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Israel and Palestine - A Concise History

From Ancient Times to The Gaza War: Conflict, Peace, and the Questions People Ask

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A Concise History of Israel and Palestine. Borders, Beliefs, and Battles in a Divided Land.

Understand the past. Make sense of the present.


A concise guide, that explains the history of this divided land in a simple and easy to understand way, including what has led to the current conflict.


For anyone trying to understand one of the world’s most enduring and emotional conflicts, A Concise History of Israel and Palestine offers clear answers, compelling storytelling, and historical balance.

Spanning thousands of years — from the biblical kingdoms and empires of antiquity to the modern struggles for nationhood and peace — this book reveals how faith, identity, and politics have shaped a land claimed by many and understood by few.


You’ll uncover the key turning points that continue to shape today’s headlines, including:
  • The ancient roots of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam in the Holy Land
  • The rise of Zionism and the Jewish return to their ancestral home
  • The British Mandate, Arab revolts, and the path to partition
  • The wars of 1948, The Suez Crisis, The Six-Day War, and Yom Kippur, and their last consequences
  • The peace accords, intifadas, and the rise of Hamas
  • Why peace remains so difficult - and what history teaches us about the future
  • The details of Trump's new peace plan

Through clear narrative, balanced analysis, and answers to common questions, this book untangles the complex web of religion, politics, and history that surrounds Israel and Palestine.

Whether you’re new to the subject or seeking to go beyond the headlines, you’ll come away with a deeper understanding of:

  • How the land’s sacred history became a political battlefield
  • Why both Israelis and Palestinians see themselves as fighting for survival
  • The human stories behind decades of war, displacement, and hope

👉 “To understand today’s Middle East, you must understand the story of this land — and the people who have never stopped believing in it.”

👉 Perfect for students, educators, travelers, and anyone seeking clarity and context, A Concise History of Israel and Palestine transforms a complex history into a readable, informative, and thought-provoking journey through time.

Understand the roots. Grasp the realities. See the conflict in a new light.

👉 Scroll up and click BUY NOW to begin your journey through the history of Israel and Palestine.
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