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The Hundred Years' War on Palestine

Biography & History

The Hundred Years' War on Palestine

Rashid Khalidi

As the British Empire struggled to manage competing interests in Palestine during the 1930s, tensions escalated with the influx of Zionist immigrants and the proposed partition plan of 1937, which sparked violent Palestinian resistance. This unrest foreshadowed the Nakba, a catastrophic event marked by the mass displacement of Palestinians following the establishment of Israel in 1948. The Six-Day War of 1967 further solidified Israeli dominance and reignited Palestinian resistance, leading to a shift in the struggle's focus and the rise of militant factions. Despite the Oslo Accords offering a glimmer of hope, life under occupation worsened, with economic hardships and restricted movement intensifying Palestinian grievances. The emergence of Hamas and the enduring impact of conflicts like the 1982 Lebanon War underscored the persistent struggle for Palestinian self-determination, as efforts for peace repeatedly faltered under unequal conditions.

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This book delves into the complex history of Palestine, tracing pivotal events that shaped its modern struggles. From British rule and the rise of Zionism to the Nakba, the Six-Day War, and the intifadas, it examines the forces that displaced Palestinians and redefined their identity. Through vivid accounts of political upheaval, resistance movements, and international interventions, the narrative captures the enduring fight for self-determination amidst profound adversity. A compelling exploration of resilience, loss, and the quest for justice in one of the world’s most contested regions.

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Rashid Khalidi is a Palestinian-American historian, the Edward Said Professor of Modern Arab Studies at Columbia University, and the editor of the Journal of Palestine Studies. His previous books include Palestinian Identity, Brokers of Deceit, and The Iron Cage.

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Palestine Divided: The Struggle for Survival

Reshaping Palestine: The Six-Day War's Legacy

Shattered Beirut: The 1982 War and Its Aftermath

The First Intifada: Uprising Amid Occupation

Life Under Siege: The Fallout of Oslo

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